1992 Buick Century Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1992 Buick Century

  • 1992 Buick Century Custom 2.5 L4 GAS, CC:2474, CID:151, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:151, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 1992 Buick Century Custom 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1992 Buick Century Special 2.5 L4 GAS, CC:2474, CID:151, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:151, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 1992 Buick Century Special 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1992 Buick Century Limited 2.5 L4 GAS, CC:2474, CID:151, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:151, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 1992 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Service -> CALIPER ASSEMBLE -> CALIPER DISASSEMBLE -> CALIPER INSTALLATION -> CALIPER REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 2.5 L4 GAS

CALIPER REMOVAL
  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Position suitable pliers over inboard pad and housing as shown in Fig. , and squeeze pliers to compress caliper piston.
  • If caliper assembly is being removed for service, remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, copper washer, and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Do not crimp brake hose, as this may damage internal structure of hose. If only shoe and lining assemblie...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 2.5 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 4 -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 2.5 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assemble -> Assembly -> BCIA SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> BCIA TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Disassemble -> Disassembly -> GEO METRO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> OVERHAUL -> TOYOTA/GM SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 2.5 L4 GAS

AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE
OVERHAUL
Disassemble
  • Remove pedal pushrod boot, silencer, check valve, vacuum switch and grommets, as equipped, then the front housing seal.
  • Scribe matching marks between front and rear housing sections, then mount booster assembly in suitable holding fixture with rear housing facing up.
  • Apply pressure to housing with holding fixture forcing screw and rotate rear housing counterclockwise to unlock housing halves.
  • Slowly release spring tension, then remove booster assembly from holding fixture. Do not allow spring tension to release suddenly, as ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> AC-DELCO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> BCIA SINGLE & TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

AC-DELCO TANDEM DIAPHRAGM TYPE

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.

AC-DELCO SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE

The AC-Delco power booster assembly, Fig. is located along the bulkhead in ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1992 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & 1993-94 Camaro, Firebird & Prizm (Delco-Moraine VI Type) -> Description -> ABS WARNING LIGHT (AMBER) -> BRAKE WARNING LAMP (RED) -> ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) -> HYDRAULIC MODULATOR -> SYSTEM -> SYSTEM COMPONENTS -> WHEEL SPEED SENSORS
Vehicle: 1992 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS

SYSTEM

The function of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is to minimize wheel lockup during heavy braking on most road surfaces. The system performs this function by monitoring wheel speed and controlling the brake fluid pressure to each front wheel and both rear wheels during braking. This allows the driver to retain directional stability and better steering capability.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Refer to Fig. for system component locations.

ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU)

The ECU located on the rear righthand side of the engine compartment uses various inputs to control ABS operation and provide ...

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