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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1989CAPRICE BASE, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDINGSERVICINGMETERING VALVE
1989 Chevrolet Caprice Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8
Metering Valve
1989 Chevrolet Caprice Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8SECTION Metering Valve
- On disc brake equipped vehicles, the metering section of the combination valve must be held open before pressure bleeding.
- Hold metering valve open while pressure bleeding front brakes. Loosen front mounting bolt and install pressure bleeding tool on combination valve, valve stem should be fully depressed. See Fig 1.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.