1996 Acura RL Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Disconnect primary and secondary brake lines from master cylinder.
  • Disconnect fluid level sensor electr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then detach caliper from hub and rotor assembly and position aside as outlined under "B... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

Bleeding hydraulic brake system is necessary if air has entered the system due to low fluid level, hydraulic system leaks or component replacement. Noteworthy symptoms include insufficient brake operation and/or a low or spongy brake pedal.

  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid. After bleeding each wheel check master cylinder level and fill as required.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Position drain pan under wheel being bled. Refer to " Hydraulic Brake Specifications," for wheel bleeding sequence.
  • Have an assistant depress brake pedal with slow, even pressure, and ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Pushrod Clearance
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

Pushrod Clearance

Refer to "Hydrau... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support front of vehicle and remove wheels.
  • Remove caliper pin bolt, then pivot caliper up away from rotor.
  • Remove brake pad shims and pads, Figs. through .
  • Clean caliper and inspect for excessive wear or damage.
  • Install pad retainers, then pad shims and pads, Figs. through .
  • Back out bleed screw and push in piston to allow caliper to fit over pads, then tighten bleed screw to specification.
  • Pivot caliper into position, then install pin bolt and tighten to specifications.

Rear

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle and remove wheels.
  • Remove caliper shield, if eq...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Acura RL AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Acura RL cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assembly & Installation -> Front -> Integra, TL & Vigor -> Legend -> Rear -> Removal & Disassembly
Vehicle: 1996 Acura RL 3.5 V6 GAS

Front

Removal & Disassembly
  • Raise and support front of vehicle and remove wheels.
  • Remove banjo bolt and disconnect brake line from caliper. Secure hose in raised position to prevent leakage.
  • Remove caliper pin bolt, then caliper, Figs. through .
  • On Legend, TL and Vigor models, remove pad spring from caliper.
  • On all models, position a block of wood or shop rag in caliper opposite piston, then carefully remove piston by applying compressed air into fluid inlet port. Use only as much air pressure as is needed to remove piston.
  • Remove piston boot and ...

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