2006 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2189, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LT 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2189, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu SS 3.9 V6 GAS, CC:3880, CID:237, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:237, Engine VIN:, Desg:1
  • 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS, CC:3880, CID:237, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:237, Engine VIN:, Desg:1

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

Replacement

  • 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. .
  • Remove inlet fitting mounting bolt, copper washer and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting. Do not crimp brake hose.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts and caliper, Fig. . If there are signs of corrosion, replace bolts when installing caliper assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Disassemble

  • Clean outside of caliper, then drain brake fluid from caliper...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Flush
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx SS 3.9 V6 GAS

If brake fluid is old, rusty or contaminated or whenever new components are installed in hydraulic system, the system must be flushed. Bleed brakes...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> Pushrod -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ 3.5 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal

Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
  • With engine running and brake pedal in rest position, measure distance between face of pedal and floor mat.
  • Distance should be 5.850-6.244 inches.
  • If distance is not as specified, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove lefthand lower instrument panel trim section and air duct.
    • Loosen stop lamp switch sufficiently to access pedal adjustment.
    • Loosen locknut and rotate pedal pushrod as required to obtain specified pedal height. Tighten locknut.
    • Adjust brake lamp switch position so plunger lightly contacts pedal stopper and brake lamps are off when pe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Application Chart
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 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: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx LTZ 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Malibu LS 2.2 L4 GAS

  • After disassembling power brake unit, soak metal components in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on components containing rubber. After components have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be washed again in clean alcohol before assembly.
  • Use compressed air to blow dirt and cleaning fluid...

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