2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

  • 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.4 V6 GAS, CID:207, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:207, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:231, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:231, Engine VIN:, Desg:K

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 1) -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.4 V6 GAS

  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Using a suitable C-clamp, compress caliper piston enough for clea...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 5 -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.4 V6 GAS

Service Brake

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, proceed as follows:
    • Ensure parking brake is released.
    • Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
    • Remove access hole plug from backing plate, insert screwdriver through hole and push parking brake lever off its stop.
    • Insert punch through hole in splash shield, Fig. , tap on punch to loosen drum, then remove drum.
  • Measure inside diameter of drum using tool Nos. J-21177-A or J-22364-01, or their equivalents.
  • Adjust by turning star whe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 3.4 V6 GAS

  • Grease or any other foreign material must be kept off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub during service procedures.
  • Handling brake disc and caliper should be done in a way to avoid deformation of disc and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • If inspection reveals worn or damaged rubber piston seals, they should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or damage c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 3.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aurora, Bonneville, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, Park Avenue & Riviera -> Corvette -> CTS -> Disassemble -> Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, CTS, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera & Vibe -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Vibe -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 3.8 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, CTS, Eighty-Eight, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera & Vibe
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and , when performing the following procedures.

  • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models equipped with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve, Fig. .
  • On all models, depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Description -> Brake Distribution Valve & Switch -> Brake Warning Lamp Switches -> Combination Valve -> Components -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 3.8 V6 GAS

Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems.

If the rear (secondary) brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front (primary) brake system fails, initial brake pedal mo...

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