2005 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

  • 2005 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2198, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Push piston back into caliper bore using suitable C-clamp, Fig. .
  • Do not disconnect brake line fitting from caliper.
  • Remove mo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except ION & L-Series -> ION -> L-Series -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except ION & L-Series
  • On Vibe models, remove air filer hose clamp and hose from throttle body.
  • On all models, disconnect fluid level sensor retainer and electrical connector.
  • Drain master cylinder reservoir brake fluid into suitable container.
  • Plug hose.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake pipes. Plug open pipes.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir, as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed hydraulic system as outlined in .
ION
  • Remove underhood electrical center cover.
  • Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) connector from brake fluid level...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 3.5 V6 GAS

Manual

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure. Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Do not let reservoir fall below half full during bleeding procedure.
  • If required, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Loosen master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir, then tighten brake line.
    • Have assistant t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Brakes Grab -> Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient -> Slow Or No Release
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

Brakes Grab

  • Contaminated, worn or faulty brake linings.
  • Drum or brake rotor out-of-round.
  • Faulty brake booster.

Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient

  • Contaminated, glazed or faul...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 3.5 V6 GAS

Manual

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure. Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Do not let reservoir fall below half full during bleeding procedure.
  • If required, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Loosen master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir, then tighten brake line.
    • Have assistant t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 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: 2005 Chevrolet Malibu LS 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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