2004 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2004 Chevrolet Malibu

  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2198, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:F
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:8

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Rotor, Replace -> All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Century, Grand Prix & Regal
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark wheel to axle flange relationship for installation alignment, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake hose from caliper. Plug openings in caliper and brake hose.
  • Lift able spring to free end of from lever, then disconnect parking brake cable from lever.
  • Remove cable support bracket mounting bolt and washer.
  • Remove sleeve bolt and caliper.
  • Remove mounting bolts and caliper mounting bracket.
  • Remove rotor from hub and bearing.
  • Reverse procedure to...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Keep grease and other foreign material off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub.
  • Avoid deforming disc, and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • Worn or damaged rubber piston seals should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or damage caliper splash shield, or bleeder screw.
  • Front wheel bearing pre...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except ION & L-Series -> ION -> L-Series -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 3.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except ION & L-Series
  • On Vibe models, remove air filer hose clamp and hose from throttle body.
  • On all models, disconnect fluid level sensor retainer and electrical connector.
  • Drain master cylinder reservoir brake fluid into suitable container.
  • Plug hose.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake pipes. Plug open pipes.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir, as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed hydraulic system as outlined in .
ION
  • Remove underhood electrical center cover.
  • Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) connector from brake fluid level...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aura, Bonneville, DTS, ION, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice & SKY -> Aveo -> Corvette -> CTS -> Disassemble -> Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR -> L-Series -> LaCrosse, STS & XLR -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Vibe -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu 2.2 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm.
  • Remove fluid level switch.
  • On models equipped with compact master cylinder,remove proportioning valve, Fig. .
  • On all models, depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plu...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Chevrolet Malibu cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delphi DBC 7 -> Description -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Enhanced Traction System (ETS) -> System Components -> System Operation -> Traction Control System (TCS) -> Traction Control System (TRAC) On/Off Switch -> Wheel Speed Sensors (WSS)
Vehicle: 2004 Chevrolet Malibu LT 3.5 V6 GAS

System Operation

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

The ABS system will control hydraulic pressure in the individual wheel circuits to prevent any wheel from slipping. A separate hydraulic line and specific solenoid valves are provided for each wheel. The ABS can decrease, hold or increase hydraulic pressure to each wheel brake. However, it cannot increase hydraulic pressure above what the master cylinder is transmitting.

Enhanced Traction System (ETS)

The ETS limits wheel slip during acceleration when one or more of the drive wheels are accelerating too rapidly and the brake switch is off. T...

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