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+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> MASTER CYLINDER SERVICE -> Assembly -> CAST IRON TYPE -> COMPOSITE TYPE -> CORVETTE -> Disassembly -> EXCEPT CORVETTE -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

COMPOSITE TYPE

Refer toFigs. and when performing the following procedures.

EXCEPT CORVETTE
Disassembly
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
    • Remove two master cylinder attaching nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve assembly,Fig. .
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid ou...

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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 -> Type 4 -> INSTALLATION
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Install parking brake lever, pin and retaining ring onto secondary shoe.
  • Apply silicone brake lubricant onto adjuster screw threads, inside diameter of socket and socket face. Adequate lubrication is achieved when a continuous bead of lubricant is at open end of pivot nut and socket when adjuster threads are completely engaged.
  • Install adjusting screw assembly and spring.Spring coils must not overlap star wheel. Do not interchange right and lefthand springs.
  • Connect parking brake cable, then install shoe and lining assembly.
  • Using a suitable tool, spread brake shoes apart, then insta...

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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 -> GIRLOCK SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assembly -> Brakes Grab -> Brakes Slow To Release Or Drag -> Brakes Slow To Respond -> DESCRIPTION -> Disassembly -> Excessive Pedal Effort -> OVERHAUL -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

DESCRIPTION

This booster is a single diaphragm, vacuum suspended unit with a lightweight cast alloy housing,Fig. . Vacuum is applied to the front and rear housings. When the brake pedal is released, negative pressure is equalized on both sides of the diaphragm and power piston assembly. Spring tension holds the piston at the rest position. When the brakes are applied, the atmospheric port in the power piston is opened. Negative pressure in the front chamber pulls the diaphragm and vacuum piston assembly, reaction disc and output rod forward. Pressure on the master c...

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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+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> GENERAL SERVICE -> AIR METHOD -> Delco-Moraine Type -> GAUGE METHOD -> POWER BOOSTER REPLACE -> PRECAUTIONS -> PUSHROD ADJUSTMENT -> Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

Two basic types of power assist mechanisms are used: vacuum assist diaphragm assemblies, which use engine vacuum or, in some cases vacuum pressure developed by an external vacuum pump. The second type is a hydraulic pressure assist mechanism, which use pressure developed by an external pump (usually the power steering pump). Both systems act to increase the force exerted on the master cylinder piston by the operator. This in turn increases the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders, while decreasing driver effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

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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 -> Type 4 -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 5.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If brake lining is dragging on brake drum, back off brake adjustment by rotating adjusting screw. Refer to individual car chapter for procedure.If brake drum is rusted or corroded to axle flange and cannot be removed, lightly tap axle flange to drum mounting surface with a suitable hammer.
  • Using brake spring pliers or equivalent, remove brake return springs,Fig. .
  • Using suitable pliers, remove hold-down sp...

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