2004 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2004 Chevrolet Malibu

  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2198, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Alero, Century, Grand Am, Malibu & Vibe -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • If any components are of doubtful strength or quality because of heat discoloration, or are worn, replace them.
  • Inspect wheel cylinder dust boots for signs of excessive wear or damage. If any leakage is apparent replace wheel cylinder.
  • Clean dirt and/or rust from brake drum, backing plate and other components. Do not use compressed air or dry brush to clean brake components. Many brake components contain asbestos fibers which, if inhaled, can cause serious injury. Clean brake components with water soaked rag or suitable vacuum cleaner to minimize airborne dust.

Brake Drums

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Keep grease and other foreign material off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub.
  • Avoid deforming disc, and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • Worn or damaged rubber piston seals should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or damage caliper splash shield, or bleeder screw.
  • Front wheel bearings pre...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Keep grease and other foreign material off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub.
  • Avoid deforming disc, and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • Worn or damaged rubber piston seals should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or damage caliper splash shield, or bleeder screw.
  • Front wheel bearing pre...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Alero, Century, Grand Am, Malibu & Vibe -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS

Removal

  • 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, tap on punch to loosen drum and remove drum, Fig. .
  • Remove actuator spring using brake tool No. J-38400, or equivalent, to pry loop end of spring from adjuster actuator, Fig. . D...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Alero, Century, Grand Am, Malibu & Vibe -> Description
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS

A single spring holds both shoe and lining to the backing plate...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service -> All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS

All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal

Removal
  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark wheel to axle flange relationship for installation alignment, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolt and washer attaching cable support bracket to caliper, Fig. .
  • Remove sleeve bolt and pivot caliper, Fig. . Do not completely remove caliper.
  • Remove outboard and inboard shoe and linings, then two pad clips from caliper support.
Installation
  • Turn piston and thread it into caliper assembly using suitable spanner-type tool in piston slots...

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