Brake System — Specifications Type — Hydraulic, diagonally duplicated with pressure reduction valve (early models) or pressure limiter valve (late models) for the rear brake, vacuum booster. Turbo...
Brake system — general description The brake system is hydraulically controlled and includes a vacuum booster and a master cylinder mounted on the right side of the engine compartment bulkhead, brake...
Brake system — maintenance Note: Brake fluid is an active fluid. In case of contact with skin, the liquid should be washed off immediately with plenty of running water. When adding or changing...
Brake pedal — removal and installation 1. Unscrew the four screws and remove the bottom panel under the steering column. 2. Remove the retaining spring bracket. remove the pin securing the vacuum booster...
Vacuum booster — check Note: Do not attempt to remove the unit, clean or replace the air filter, or adjust the length of the unit rod. The unit is sealed and no components are accessible for...
Vacuum booster — removal and installation 1. Inside the car, unscrew the four screws and release the mounting panel. 2. Remove the retaining spring bracket, and remove the pin with the head and hole for the...
Vacuum booster control valve — removal and installation 1. A one-way control valve is located in the vacuum hose connecting the vacuum booster assembly to the intake manifold and is mounted on a hanger on the front side of...
Vacuum booster control valve — check 1. When checking the amplifier block control valve, remember that air from the block should only flow in one direction. If air flows in both directions or neither...
Brake system — bleeding 1. Proper operation of the brake hydraulic system is only possible after all air has been removed from the components and circuit; this is achieved by bleeding the...
Master cylinder — removal and installation 1. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap (photo), remove fluid from the reservoir by opening any pipe in the system and gently pumping the brake pedal. 10.1. Early...
Master cylinder — bulkhead Pic. 9.10. Master Cylinder Assembly - Late Models. 1. Remove the master cylinder and clean it. 2. Remove the filter and float from the tank, remove the two gaskets. 3....
Front brake pads — check and replacement 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface, apply the handbrake and block the rear wheels. Loosen the wheel nuts and lift the front of the car. Remove the wheel. 2. Check...
Front brake caliper — removal and installation Note: This Chapter describes the removal and installation of the caliper assembly as a unit: if the caliper needs to be rebuilt, follow the instructions Chapter 14 from...
Front Brake Caliper — Bulkhead Note: Before starting work, please read the Note at the beginning Chapter 12 . Checking the caliper action 1. If damage occurs to the brake system (car pulls to the side...
Front brake discs — checking, removal and installation Apply the handbrake and block the rear wheels. Loosen the wheel nuts and lift the front of the car. Remove the wheel. 2. Slowly rotate the disc and check the condition...
Pressure reduction valve — removal and installation Note: Do not attempt to disassemble the valve or adjust it in any way. If the valve is damaged or blocked, it must be replaced. 1. The pressure relief valve was only...
Rear brake pads — check and replacement 1. Vehicles built since September 1987 have an inspection hole in each rear drum brake shield to check the thickness of the friction material remaining on the drive...
Rear brake slave cylinder — removal and installation Note: Before starting work, please read the Note at the beginning Chapter 18 regarding the hazards of asbestos dust. 1. Remove the brake drum. 2. Remove the brake shoes....
Rear Brake Slave Cylinder — Bulkhead 1. Remove the brake slave cylinder from the vehicle. 2. Clean the block using methyl alcohol or clean brake fluid. Never use mineral solvents such as gasoline or...
Rear brake drum — removal, inspection and installation Note: Before starting work, please read the Note at the beginning Chapter 18 regarding the hazards of asbestos dust. 1. The rear brake drums are mounted to the rear...
Rear drum brake shield — removal and installation Note: Before starting work, read the Note at the beginning of Chapter 18 regarding the hazards of asbestos dust. 1. Remove the wheel and brake drum as described in...
Rear brake pads — check and replacement Note: Dust generated by brake wear and deposited on brake components may contain asbestos. Do not blow it with compressed air or inhale it; it is dangerous for your...
Rear brake caliper — removal and installation Note: This Chapter covers the removal and installation of the caliper assembly as a separate unit. If the caliper has been disassembled, see the procedures described...
Rear brake caliper — bulkhead Note: Before starting work, please read the Note at the beginning Chapter 23 regarding the hazards of asbestos dust. 1. Place the car on a level surface, apply the...
Rear brake disc — inspection, removal and installation 1. Place the car on a level surface, apply the handbrake and select first or reverse (manual transmission) or 'P' position (automatic transmission). Block the front...
Rear brake disc shield — removal and installation 1. Proceed as described in Chapter 13 from Section 10 , jack up the rear of the car, remove the wheel, take out the brake caliper and brake disc, then unscrew the brake...
Handbrake lever — removal and installation 1. Remove the center console ( see Section 11 ). 2. Loosen the handbrake adjuster locknut (where is it used) and loosen the regulator as much as possible. 3. Disconnect...
Handbrake cables — removal and installation Front cable 1. From inside the car, remove the central console (if necessary) and completely loosen the cable adjustment ( see Chapter 2 of this Section ). 2. Raise the...
Troubleshooting — Brake System Symptom/Cause The brake pedal is spongy when pressed Air in the hydraulic system Master cylinder faulty Flex hose loose (And) Excessive pedal travel Incorrect pedal...