Opel Corsa B 1993–2000 Service and Repair Manual: Brake pedal - removal and refitting
Removal
1. Remove the stop-lamp switch by turning it 90º left or right and withdrawing it from its bracket (see illustration).
Stop-lamp switch 'keyhole' mounting
(arrowed)
2. Unhook the pedal return spring.
3. Detach the clevis from the brake pedal by removing the clevis pin retainer (split pin or spring clip) and pushing the pin out.
4. Remove the split pin from the end of the brake pedal shaft. Undo the shaft nut, remove the washer and push the shaft out towards the steering column. The pedal can now be removed.
Refitting
5. Refit in the reverse order to removal, using new split pins or other safety securing devices. Lubricate the pivot points with grease.
6. Before fitting the stop-lamp switch, pull its plunger out as far as it will go. The switch will adjust itself once it is fitted (see illustration).
Stop-lamp switch plunger in extended position (top) and after fitting
(bottom)
Vacuum servo unit - testing,
removal and refitting
Testing
1. To establish whether or not the servo is
operating, proceed as follows.
2. With the engine not running, apply the
brake pedal several times to exhaust any
residual vacuum.
3. Hold the ...
Handbrake cable - removal
and refitting
Removal
1. Unscrew the yoke adjustment nut
completely and remove the yoke.
2. On models with rear drum brakes, remove the brake drums.
3. Free the cable from the brackets on the underbody, fuel ta ...
See also:
Opel Corsa B 1993–2000 Service and Repair Manual. Idle speed and mixture
adjustments
1. Before checking the idle speed and mixture
setting, always check first the following.
Check that the ignition timing is accurate.
Check that the spark plugs are in good condition and correct ...
