1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> BRAKE SHOES, LININGS & CALIPERS
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, caliper and linings. The wheel bearings should be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary. Do not get any grease on the linings.

Do not replace individual pads or replace pads on one wheel of an axle set alone, as braking performance will be adversely affected.

If a visual inspection does not ade...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Grease or any other foreign material must be kept off the brake linings, caliper, surfaces of the disc and external surfaces of the hub, during service procedures. Handling the brake disc and caliper should be done in a way to avoid deformation of the disc and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • If inspection reveals rubber piston seals are worn or damaged, they should be replaced immediately.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, exercise care so as not to interfer...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> DELCO-MORAINE TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assembly -> Brakes Grab -> DESCRIPTION -> Disassembly -> Hard Pedal -> OVERHAUL -> Slow Or No Release -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

DESCRIPTION

This unit utilizes a vacuum power chamber, consisting of a front and rear shell, housing divider, front and rear diaphragm, plate assemblies, hydraulic pushrod and a diaphragm return spring,Figs. and .

The unit operates in much the same manner as the single diaphragm unit described previously. The diaphragm and plate assemblies utilize the pressure differential between the engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure to assist in braking.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Hard Pedal
  • Internal vacuum leak.
  • Faulty control valve.
Brakes Grab
  • Faulty control valve...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> TROUBLESHOOTING -> CHECKING FOR FLUID LEAKAGE -> ROAD TESTING
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

When troubleshooting the hydraulic brake system, perform the following checks and inspections as outlined below. If problem still exists within system, refer toFig. first, then toFig. as necessary.

ROAD TESTING

When testing brakes, ensure the road is level and dry. Test brakes at both light and heavy pedal pressure. Do not lock up brakes or slide tires during a brake test.

Check the tires on the vehicle before performing a brake test. Tires should be equally inflated, identical in size ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> BLEEDING BRAKES -> Flushing Hydraulic System -> Manual Bleeding -> Pressure Bleeding -> Wheel Bleeding Sequence
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

BLEEDING BRAKES

Manual Bleeding

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure.Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Check fluid level often during bleeding procedure; do not let reservoir fall below half full.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Disconnect master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from re...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser AUTOMOBILES

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

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Types 1 & 2 -> INSTALLATION
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Lubricate parking brake lever fulcrum with suitable brake lube, then attach lever to brake shoe. Ensure lever operates smoothly.
  • Connect brake shoes with adjusting screw spring, then position adjusting screw.Ensure adjusting screw star wheel does not contact adjusting screw spring after installation and also ensure righthand thread adjusting screw is installed on left side of vehicle and lefthand thread adjusting screw is installed on right side of vehicle. When brake shoe installation is completed, ensure starwheel lines up with adjusting hole in backing plate.
  • Lightly lubricate bac...

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