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Alfa Romeo 155 Factory Service Manual (1992-1998)54 · Brakes
54 · Brakes

Chieks and inspections

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
155 Factory Service Manual
Year
1992–1998
Section
Front brakes (2.4 V6) › Chieks and inspections
BrakesChieks and inspections

CHIEKS AND INSPECTIONS

  • Check that the servo brake is working correctly.
  1. Check the hoses for damage.
  2. Check that the check valve is working correctly.
  3. Check that the setting of the servo brake is correct. In the rest position the tip of the adjustment screw must be below the level of the surface of the cover and at the value given in the section: TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND SPECIFICATIONS.
Diagram showing brake components with labels 1, 2, and 3
  1. Part 1
  2. Part 2
  3. Part 3
Diagram showing brake caliper with label 3

FRONT BRAKES

REMOVAL AND REFITTING

  • Remove the wheel from the appropriate side.
  1. Disconnect the connection and hose from the side panel.
  2. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor wiring connector.
  3. Remove the two screws and remove the brake caliper.
Diagram showing brake caliper removal with torque specification

15.3 ÷ 18.9 Nm
(1.55 ÷ 1.93 kgm)

Diagram showing brake caliper refitting with torque specifications for different engines

45.05 ÷ 55.65 Nm
(4.60 ÷ 5.67 kgm)

85 ÷ 105 Nm
(8.66 ÷ 10.70 kgm)

WARNING:

  • When refitting, substitute the screws securing the brake caliper body.
  • When refitting check that the rubber boots protecting the threads of the retaining pins are not damaged. If they are, replace them.

Parts & tools for this job For 1992 Alfa Romeo 155

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