Specifications System type Conventional Brake System - Vacuum servo front disc and rear drum brakes, two hydraulically actuated diagonally branched circuits, rear brake...
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) A damaged ABS system should be taken to a specialist for an accurate and quick diagnosis of the problem. When working with assembly equipment, take care not to...
Hydraulic System — Bleeding (bleeding) Note: Service brake fluid is toxic; the liquid that has got on the skin must be washed off immediately; if the liquid gets into the eyes or mouth, seek medical...
Front brake pads — removal Warning. Do not replace pads on only one wheel, this can lead to uneven braking. Keep in mind that gasket wear dust can contain asbestos that is harmful to...
Brake disc — check, removal, installation When checking the front brake disc, apply the handbrake, and while checking the rear disc, place chocks under the front wheels, then jack up the appropriate...
Rear brake pads — removal Note: Replace both sets of brake pads at the same time - never replace pads on only one wheel, this can cause uneven braking. Place wedges under the front...
Rear brake drum — removal, inspection and installation Removing Attach the front wheels, then raise the rear of the vehicle and secure it to stands under the axle. Fully release the handbrake. Loosen the drum lock...
Handbrake pads (rear disc brakes) — replacement Jack up the car and secure it on stands under the bridge. Remove the brake disc as described above in the appropriate section. Brush off dirt and dust from...
Rear wheel brake platter — removal and installation Models with rear drum brakes Removing Place chocks under the front wheels, then raise and secure the rear of the vehicle on stands under the axle. Remove the...
Brake pedal — removal and installation Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Remove the driver's footwell lower panel. Disconnect the plug connector from the brake light switch; then turn the...
Hydraulic booster — removal and installation Removing Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Working inside the vehicle, remove the clips and remove the lower trim panel at the driver's feet....
Handbrake — adjustment Models with rear drum brakes The handbrake is normally in a normally adjusted state due to the self-adjusting action of the rear brake pads. However, due to...
Handbrake lever — removal, repair and installation Removing Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Jack up the car and secure it on stands under the bridge. On models with a catalytic converter, unscrew the...
Handbrake cables — removal and installation Models with rear drum brakes Removing Handbrake assembly contains two cables (one goes to each of the rear brakes), attached to the handbrake link arm. Both...
Stoplight switch — removal and installation Removing Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Remove the spring clips and lower curb panel from under the driver's side dashboard. Disconnect the...
Brake system warning lamps — general information Brake signals The brake light circuit is controlled by a plunger-type switch mounted on the brake pedal bracket. If it is suspected that the switch has failed,...