1993 Buick Century Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1993 Buick Century

  • 1993 Buick Century Custom 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1993 Buick Century Custom 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1993 Buick Century Special 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1993 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1993 Buick Century Limited 3.3 V6 GAS, CID:204, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:204, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1993 Buick Century Limited 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:4

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> FLUSHING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MANUAL BLEEDING -> PRESSURE BLEEDING -> WHEEL BLEEDING SEQUENCE
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Special 3.3 V6 GAS

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 reservoir. R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> BRAKE DISTRIBUTION VALVE & SWITCH -> BRAKE WARNING LAMP SWITCHES -> COMBINATION VALVE -> COMPONENT DESCRIPTION -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> SYSTEM OPERATION -> Testing Warning Lamp Operation
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 GAS

SYSTEM OPERATION
Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems, Fig. .

If the rear (secondary) brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front (primary) brake system fails,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Rotor, Replace -> CAMARO & FIREBIRD -> EXCEPT CAMARO & FIREBIRD
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Limited 2.2 L4 GAS

EXCEPT CAMARO & FIREBIRD
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove caliper assembly from rotor as described in "Caliper Service."
  • Remove caliper assembly mounting bracket attaching bolts, then the mounting bracket.
  • Remove rotor from hub and bearing assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
CAMARO & FIREBIRD
  • Remove caliper as described in "Caliper Removal" under "Caliper Service."
  • Remove caliper mounting bracket attaching bolts, then the caliper mounting bracket.
  • Remove wheel bearing lubricant cap...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 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: 1993 Buick Century Special 2.2 L4 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 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 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: 1993 Buick Century Special 3.3 V6 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 1993 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> FLUSHING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM -> MANUAL BLEEDING -> PRESSURE BLEEDING -> WHEEL BLEEDING SEQUENCE
Vehicle: 1993 Buick Century Custom 2.2 L4 GAS

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 reservoir. R...

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