1993 Pontiac Firebird Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1993 Pontiac Firebird

  • 1993 Pontiac Firebird 3.4 V6 GAS, CID:207, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:207, Engine VIN:, Desg:S
  • 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
  • 1993 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:P

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assemble -> Assembly -> BCIA SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> BCIA TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Disassemble -> Disassembly -> GEO METRO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> OVERHAUL -> TOYOTA/GM SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird 3.4 V6 GAS

AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE
OVERHAUL
Disassemble
  • Remove pedal pushrod boot, silencer, check valve, vacuum switch and grommets, as equipped, then the front housing seal.
  • Scribe matching marks between front and rear housing sections, then mount booster assembly in suitable holding fixture with rear housing facing up.
  • Apply pressure to housing with holding fixture forcing screw and rotate rear housing counterclockwise to unlock housing halves.
  • Slowly release spring tension, then remove booster assembly from holding fixture. Do not allow spring tension to release suddenly, as ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Service -> CALIPER ASSEMBLE -> CALIPER DISASSEMBLE -> CALIPER INSTALLATION -> CALIPER REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 V8 GAS

CALIPER REMOVAL
  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Position suitable pliers over inboard pad and housing as shown in Fig. , and squeeze pliers to compress caliper piston.
  • If caliper assembly is being removed for service, remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, copper washer, and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Do not crimp brake hose, as this may damage internal structure of hose. If only shoe and lining assemblie...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Troubleshooting -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 V8 GAS

BRAKE ROUGHNESS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thic...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> BRAKE DISTRIBUTION VALVE & SWITCH -> BRAKE WARNING LAMP SWITCHES -> COMBINATION VALVE -> COMPONENT DESCRIPTION -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> SYSTEM OPERATION -> Testing Warning Lamp Operation
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM 5.7 V8 GAS

SYSTEM OPERATION
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, Fig. .

If the rear (secondary) 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 (primary) brake system fails,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> FLUSHING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MANUAL BLEEDING -> PRESSURE BLEEDING -> WHEEL BLEEDING SEQUENCE
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula 5.7 V8 GAS

MANUAL BLEEDING

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. Check fluid level often during bleeding procedure; do not let reservoir fall below half full.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Disconnect master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir. R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Pontiac Firebird AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Pontiac Firebird cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> FLUSHING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MANUAL BLEEDING -> PRESSURE BLEEDING -> WHEEL BLEEDING SEQUENCE
Vehicle: 1993 Pontiac Firebird 3.4 V6 GAS

MANUAL BLEEDING

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. Check fluid level often during bleeding procedure; do not let reservoir fall below half full.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Disconnect master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir. R...

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