1998 Chevrolet Camaro Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1998 Chevrolet Camaro

  • 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:231, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:231, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:G
  • 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:G

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS 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 thickness measu...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Types 1 & 2 -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake Adjustment -> Service Brake Adjustment -> Type 1 -> Types 2
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS 5.7 V8 GAS

These brakes have self-adjusting shoe mechanisms that ensure correct lining-to-drum clearances at all times. The automatic adjusters operate only when the brakes are applied as the car is moving rearward.

An initial adjustment is necessary after the brake shoes have been relined or replaced, or when the length of the adjusting screw has been changed during service operations.

Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward range to halt reverse vehicle motion may prevent the automatic adjusters from functioning, thereby inducing low pedal heights. Should low pedal heights be encou...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Camaro & Firebird -> Corvette -> Disassemble -> Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 5.7 V8 GAS

Replace
Camaro & Firebird
  • Raise and support vehicle, then disconnect park brake cable at equalizer.
  • Remove tire and wheel assemblies, then install two wheel nuts to retain rotor.
  • If caliper is to be overhauled, remove brake hose fitting bolt/screw, brake hose and brake hose gasket.
  • If return spring coils are open, remove park brake lever return spring.
  • Disconnect park brake cable from park brake actuator lever and park brake cable bracket.
  • If necessary, remove vibration dampener nut and vibration dampener from park brake cable bracket.
  • Remove brake caliper guide pin bolt and discard, th...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 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 thickness measu...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Troubleshooting -> Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check -> Road Test
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS 5.7 V8 GAS

When troubleshooting the hydraulic brake system, perform the following checks and inspections as outlined below. If problem still exists within system, refer to Fig. first, then to Figs. and as necessary.

Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check

Start engine and depress the brake pedal. If the pedal gradually falls under constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be leaking. Raise the vehicle on a lift and check all tubing lines and backing plates for signs of leakage. It may be necessary to ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Chevrolet Camaro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Chevrolet Camaro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Types 1 & 2 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro 3.8 V6 GAS

Removal
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If brake lining is dragging on brake drum, back off brake adjustment by rotating adjustment screw. If brake drum is rusted or corroded to axle flange and cannot be removed, lightly tap axle flange to drum mounting surface with a suitable hammer.
  • Using brake spring pliers, or equivalent, unhook primary and secondary return springs, Figs. and . Observe location of brake parts being removed to aid during installation.
  • Remove brake hold-down springs with suitable tool.
  • Lift actuating lever, ...

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