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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic disc brake systems.

The disc brake hydraulic system can be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment. The brake pedal will require more pumping and frequent checking of fluid level in master cylinder during bleeding operation.

Never use...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thic...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Aurora, Caprice, DeVille, Eldorado, Fleetwood, Impala SS, Riviera, Roadmaster & Seville -> Description -> ABS Valve Relay & Pump Relay -> Accelerator & Cruise Control Cable Adjuster Assembly -> Aurora, DeVille, Eldorado, Seville & Riviera -> DeVille, Eldorado & Seville -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Except Aurora, DeVille, Eldorado, Seville & Riviera -> Fleetwood -> Hydraulic Modulator Valve -> Over Voltage Protection Relay (OVP) -> Pump Motor -> Solenoid Valves -> System Components -> System Operation -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

System Operation

The function of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is to minimize wheel lock-up 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.

The Brake Pressure Modulator (BPM) valve regulates brake fluid pressure based on road conditions as interpreted by the Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module (EBTCM)/Electronic Brake Control Module (EB...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> BCIA Single & Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Brakes Drag -> Brakes Grab -> Brakes Slow To Release Or Drag -> Brakes Slow To Respond -> Excessive Pedal Effort -> Hard Pedal -> Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient -> Low Or Spongy Brake Pedal -> Slow Or No Release -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type
Hard Pedal
  • Internal vacuum leak.
  • Faulty control valve.
Brakes Grab
  • Faulty control valve.
Slow Or No Release
  • Faulty pushrod adjustment.
  • Bind in linkage.
BCIA Single & Tandem Diaphragm Type
Brakes Grab
  • Internal vacuum leak.
  • Faulty control valve
Excessive Pedal Effort
  • Leak in booster vacuum supply.
  • Glazed linings.
  • Contaminated brake fluid.
  • Restricted filter or booster valve air passage.
  • Leak in booster vacuum supply.
  • Damaged booster or improperly assembled booster valve.
Brakes Slow To Respond
  • Restricted filter or booster valve air passage.
  • Contaminated brake fluid.
  • Leak in...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake Pad Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

Removal
  • Remove caliper assembly as described in "Caliper Service."
  • Remove shoe and lining assemblies from caliper, Figs. through , noting the following:
    • On models with tab mount outer shoe (all except series 3264), straighten bent over shoe tabs with suitable pliers.
    • On models with spring mount outer shoe (series 3264), insert screwdriver between shoe and caliper and disengage buttons on shoe from holes in caliper.
  • Remove sleeves and bushings from grooves in caliper mounting bolt holes, Figs. through .
Installation
  • Lubricate new bushings with suitable grease, install bushings in cali...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Deville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Deville 4.6 V8 GAS

The caliper has a single piston and is mounted to the support bracket by two mounting bolts, Figs. through . The caliper assembly slides on the two mounting bolts. Upon brake application, fluid pressure against the piston forces the inboard s...

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