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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Cadillac Seville

  • 1996 Cadillac Seville STS 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:9
  • 1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Seville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Seville STS 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 Seville AUTOMOBILES

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

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

The caliper assembly, Fig. , has a single bore and is mounted to the support bracket with two mounting bolt and sleeve assemblies. Hydraulic pressure created by applying the brake pedal, is converted by the caliper to a stopping force. This force acts equally against the piston and the bottom of the piston bore to move the piston outward and to slide the caliper inward resulting in a clamping action. This clamping action presses the linings against the rotor, creating friction to stop the vehicle.

When the parking brake is applied, the external caliper parking brake lever moves and r...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Seville AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Aurora, Caprice, DeVille, Eldorado, Fleetwood, Impala SS, Riviera, Roadmaster & Seville -> Precautions -> ABS Service
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4.6 V8 GAS

ABS Service

Before performing any repairs on the ABS system, note the following precautions:

  • If any welding work is to be done on the vehicle using and arc welder, the EBCM and hydraulic modulator connectors should be disconnected.
  • Hydraulic modulator and EBCM connectors should never be disconnected when the ignition switch is on.
  • Do not use a fast charger to charge battery when battery is connected. Always disconnect battery from system before using a f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Seville AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4.6 V8 GAS

Parking Brake
  • Cycle brake system as follows:
    • Apply service brake with a pedal force of 150 lbs. and release.
    • Fully apply parking brake using approximately 125 lbs. of force on final stroke, and release.
    • Apply and release parking brake two additional times as described above.
  • Check parking brake pedal assembly for full release by turning ignition on and inspecting brake warning light. Light should be off. If brake warning light is on and parking brake appears to be fully released, operate manual pedal release lever and pull downward on front park brake cable to remove slack from pedal ass...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Cadillac Seville AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Cadillac Seville 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 Seville SLS 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 Seville AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1996 Cadillac Seville STS 4.6 V8 GAS

  • After disassembling a power brake unit, soak all metal parts in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on parts containing rubber. After the parts have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be rewashed in clean alcohol before assembling.
  • Use compressed air...

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