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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Lucas/Sumitomo -> Description -> ABS Indicator -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve/Electronic Brake Control Module -> System Components -> System Operation -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS
System Operation
The Lucas/Sumitomo system is a hybrid non-integral Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). The system uses a single valve per channel, 4 channel system to reduce the tendency of any wheel to lock-up. ABS operation is available from approximately 4 mph to maximum vehicle speed. During braking, ABS is available from maximum vehicle speed to 3 mph. ABS is used to minimize wheel slipping during braking, allowing for improved vehicle stability and steerability. ABS is accomplished by controlling the hydraulic pressure applied to each front wheel brake and both rear wheel brakes a...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Toyota/GM Single Piston Caliper -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Malibu Classic & Vibe -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> GM/Toyota Single Diaphragm Type -> Pushrod
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS
Brake Pedal
GM/Toyota 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 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS
Hydro-boost brake boosters are...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> 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: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 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 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 brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the ...
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