
MANUAL TRANSAXLE DRIVE AXLE 3B – 5
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
ON–VEHICLE SERVICE
DRIVE AXLE ASSEMBLY
Tools Required
KM–507–B Ball Joint Separator
KM–460–A Axle Shaft Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheels. Refer to Section 2E, Tires and
Wheels.
3. Remove the axle shaft caulking nut. Discard the
nut.
Notice : Use only the recommended tool for separating
the lower ball joint. Failure to use the recommended tool
may cause damage to the ball joint and the seal.
4. Remove the lower ball joint pinch bolt and nut.
5. Separate the steering knuckle from the lower ball
joint using the ball joint separator KM–507–B.
6. Remove the tie rod nut.
Notice : Use only the recommended tool for separating
the tie rod from the knuckle/strut assembly. Failure to use
the recommended tool may cause damage to the knuckle/
strut assembly.
7. Separate the tie rod end using the ball joint separa-
tor KM–507–B.

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8. Push the drive axle shaft from the wheel hub.
Important : Support the unfastened end of the drive axle.
Do not allow the drive axle to dangle freely from the trans-
axle for any length of time after it has been removed from
the wheel hub.
Important : Place a drain pan below the transaxle to catch
the escaping fluid. Cap the transaxle drive opening after
the drive axle has been removed to keep the fluid in and
any contamination out.
9. Remove the drive axle from the transaxle using the
axle shaft remover KM–460–A.
Installation Procedure
Notice : Do not damage the seals.
1. Clean the hub seal and the transaxle seal.
2. Install the drive axle into the transaxle.
3. Install the wheel hub onto the axle shaft.
4. Install the tie rod into the knuckle/strut and install
the tie rod nut.
Tighten
Tighten the tie rod nut to 55 NSm (41 lb–ft).
5. Install the lower ball joint pinch bolt and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the lower ball joint pinch bolt and nut to 60
NSm (44 lb–ft).

HYDRAULIC BRAKES 4A – 5
DAEWOO V–121 BL4
DIAGNOSIS
BRAKE SYSTEM TESTING
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake perfor-
mance cannot be made if the roadway is wet, greasy, or
covered with loose dirt whereby all tires do not grip the
road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if the
roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight so roughly
that the wheels tend to bounce.
Test the brakes at different vehicle speeds with both light
and heavy pedal pressure; however, avoid locking the
brakes and sliding the tires. Locked brakes and sliding
tires do not indicate brake efficiency since heavily braked,
but turning, wheels will stop the vehicle in less distance
than locked brakes. More tire–to–road friction is present
with a heavily–braked, turning tire than with a sliding tire.
Because of the high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
There are three major external conditions that affect brake
performance:
S Tires having unequal contact and grip of the road
will cause unequal braking. Tires must be equally
inflated, and the tread pattern of the right and the
left tires must be approximately equal.
S Unequal loading of the vehicle can affect the brake
performance since the most heavily loaded wheels
require more braking power, and thus more braking
effort, than the others.
S Misalignment of the wheels, particularly conditions
of excessive camber and caster, will cause the
brakes to pull to one side.
To check for brake fluid leaks, hold constant foot pressure
on the pedal with the engine running at idle and the shift
lever in NEUTRAL. If the pedal gradually falls away with
the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be leak-
ing. Perform a visual check to confirm any suspected
leaks.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop
in the reservoir level results from normal lining wear, an ab-
normally low level indicates a leak in the system. The hy-
draulic system may be leaking either internally or external-
ly. Refer to the procedure below to check the master
cylinder. Also, the system may appear to pass this test
while still having a slight leak. If the fluid level is normal,
check the vacuum booster pushrod length. If an incorrect
pushrod length is found, adjust or replace the rod.
Check the master cylinder using the following procedure:
S Check for a cracked master cylinder casting or
brake fluid leaking around the master cylinder.
Leaks are indicated only if there is at least one drop
of fluid. A damp condition is not abnormal.S Check for a binding pedal linkage and for an incor-
rect pushrod length. If both of these parts are in
satisfactory condition, disassemble the master cyl-
inder and check for an elongated or swollen primary
cylinder or piston seals. If swollen seals are found,
substandard or contaminated brake fluid should be
suspected. If contaminated brake fluid is found, all
the components should be disassembled and
cleaned, and all the rubber components should be
replaced. All of the pipes must also be flushed.
Improper brake fluid, or mineral oil or water in the fluid,
may cause the brake fluid to boil or cause deterioration of
the rubber components. If the primary piston cups in the
master cylinder are swollen, then the rubber parts have
deteriorated. This deterioration may also be evidenced by
swollen wheel cylinder piston seals on the drum brake
wheels.
If deterioration of rubber is evident, disassemble all the hy-
draulic parts and wash the parts with alcohol. Dry these
parts with compressed air before reassembly to keep alco-
hol out of the system. Replace all the rubber parts in the
system, including the hoses. Also, when working on the
brake mechanisms, check for fluid on the linings. If exces-
sive fluid is found, replace the linings.
If the master cylinder piston seals are in satisfactory condi-
tion, check for leaks or excessive heat conditions. If these
conditions are not found, drain the fluid, flush the master
cylinder with brake fluid, refill the master cylinder, and
bleed the system. Refer to ”Manual Bleeding the Brakes”
or”Pressure Bleeding the Brakes” in this section.
BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION
The hydraulic brake hoses should be inspected at least
twice a year. The brake hose assembly should be checked
for road hazard damage, cracks, chafing of the outer cov-
er, and for leaks or blisters. Inspect the hoses for proper
routing and mounting. A brake hose that rubs on a suspen-
sion component will wear and eventually fail. A light and
a mirror may be needed for an adequate inspection. If any
of the above conditions are observed on the brake hose,
adjust or replace the hose as necessary.
WARNING LAMP OPERATION
This brake system uses a BRAKE warning lamp located
in the instrument panel cluster. When the ignition switch
is in the START position, the BRAKE warning lamp should
glow and go OFF when the ignition switch returns to the
RUN position.
The following conditions will activate the BRAKE lamp:
S Parking brake applied. The light should be ON
whenever the parking brake is applied and the igni-
tion switch is ON.
S Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylin-
der will turn the BRAKE lamp ON.
S EBD system is disabled. The light should be ON
when the EBD system is malfunctioning.

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UNIT REPAIR
MASTER CYLINDER OVERHAUL
Disassembly Procedure
1. Remove the master cylinder. Refer to ”Master Cyl-
inder Assembly” in this section.
2. Remove the brake fluid reservoir. Refer to ”Brake
Fluid Reservoir” in this section.
3. Remove the seal ring from the cylinder bore.
Notice : When removing the retaining ring, avoid damag-
ing the piston or the cylinder wall.
Important : A welding rod or its equivalent can be used in
a compensating port to keep the piston depressed.
4. Remove and discard the retaining ring from the cyl-
inder body (the non–ABS master cylinder body is
shown) using a suitable screwdriver.
5. Remove the primary piston (the ABS master cylin-
der body is shown).
6. Carefully remove the secondary piston assembly,
including the springs, from the master cylinder
bore.
Assembly Procedure
Notice : Do not use abrasives in the master cylinder bore.
Abrasives can damage the bore.
Important : Rubber parts and retaining rings must be dis-
carded and replaced with new parts.
1. Clean all parts with denatured alcohol or clean
brake fluid. Dry the parts with compressed air.
2. Inspect the master cylinder bore for scoring or cor-
rosion. If scoring or corrosion is evident, replace the
master cylinder body.
3. Lubricate the master cylinder bore (the non–ABS
master cylinder is shown) with clean brake fluid.
4. Carefully insert the secondary piston assembly bore
until the secondary piston contacts the base of the
cylinder body. Use a wood or a plastic drift, if nec-
essary.
5. Insert the primary piston.

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6. Press the pistons into the cylinder bore using a
wooden or a plastic drift.
Notice : When installing the new retaining ring, take care
not to damage the cylinder bore.
7. Insert the new retaining ring into the groove in the
cylinder bore (the non–ABS cylinder body is
shown). Remove the welding rod.
8. Move the pistons backward and forward after instal-
lation to check for free movement.
9. Lubricate the seal ring and insert the seal into the
cylinder bore. The open side must face outward
until the seal rests on the piston.
10. Install the brake fluid reservoir to the master cylin-
der. Refer to ”Brake Fluid Reservoir” in this section.
11. Install the master cylinder assembly. Refer to Mas-
ter Cylinder Assembly in this section
12. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
13. Bleed the braking system. Refer to Section 4A, Hy-
draulic Brakes orSection 4F, Antilock Brake Sys-
tem.
14. Lower the vehicle.

SECTION : 4C
POWER BOOSTER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS4C–1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fasrener Tightening Specifications 4C–1. . . . . . . . . .
DIAGNOSIS4C–1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Booster Functional Check 4C–1. . . . . . . . . . . .
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR4C–2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ON–VEHICLE SERVICE 4C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Hose 4C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Booster Assembly 4C–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND SYSTEM
OPERATION4C–6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Booster 4C–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS
FASRENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
ApplicationNSmLb–FtLb–In
Booster–to–Bracket Nuts (Right–Hand Drive)2216–
Booster–to–Dash Panel Nut (Left–Hand
Drive)2216–
Booster Hex Nut and Pushrod Clevis1813–
Brake Line Fittings1612–
DIAGNOSIS
POWER BOOSTER FUNCTIONAL
CHECK
1. With the engine stopped, eliminate vacuum in the
booster by pumping the brake pedal several times.
2. Push the pedal down and hold in this position.
3. Start the engine.4. The booster is OK if the pedal drops further be-
cause of extra force produced.
If the brake pedal does not drop, the vacuum system (vac-
uum hoses, check valve, etc.) is probably defective and
should be checked.
If no defect is revealed by checking the vacuum system,
the defect is in the booster itself.

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2. Remove the shaft and the rubber O–ring.
3. Remove the clip on the vacuum hose connection on
the booster.
4. Disconnect the brake stoplamp switch.
5. Remove the brake pedal spring.
6. Disconnect the clip and the pushrod pin from the
pedal bracket assembly. Refer to Section 4A, Hy-
draulic Brakes.
7. Remove the booster mounting nuts from the studs
protruding from the dash panel and remove the
booster.
8. Remove the rubber boot.
9. Holding the hex nut, twist off the pushrod clevis.
10. Remove the hex nut from the pushrod.

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Installation Procedure
1. Check the pushrod and the pushrod clevis for dam-
age and proper fit.
2. Install the hex nut and the pushrod clevis on the
booster shaft.
Tighten
Tighten the booster hex nut and the pushrod clevis to
18 NSm (13 lb–ft).
3. Measure the distance from the booster to the cen-
ter of the fork pin bore.
Important : This measurement should be 120 mm (4.7
inches).
Important : Install the rubber boot on the booster.
4. Install the booster and the mounting nuts to the
dash panel.
Tighten
Tighten the booster–to–dash panel nuts to 22 NSm
(16 lb–ft).
5. Attach the shaft and the rubber O–ring.
6. Connect the master cylinder to the booster. Refer
to Section 4B, Master Cylinder Assembly.
7. Connect the brake line fittings to the hydraulic mod-
ulator, if applicable.
Tighten
Tighten the brake line fittings to 16 NSm (12 lb–ft).
Tighten
Tighten the master cylinder attaching nuts to 24 NSm
(18 lb–ft).