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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> General Service
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 GAS

Two basic types of power assist mechanisms are used: vacuum assist diaphragm assemblies, which use engine vacuum or, in some cases vacuum pressure developed by an external vacuum pump. The second type is a hydraulic pressure assist mechanism, which use pressure developed by an external pump (usually the power steering pump). Both systems act to increase the force exerted on the master cylinder piston by the operator. This in turn increases the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders, while decreasing driver effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Bosch Type 5 -> DESCRIPTION -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve -> Electronic Brake Control Module/Electronic Brake Traction Control Module -> Front -> Rear -> System Components -> System Operation -> Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 GAS

System Operation

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) minimizes wheel lock-up during heavy braking. The ABS monitors each wheel's speed and controls brake fluid pressure to each wheel independently, Figs. through . A separate hydraulic line and solenoid valve for each wheel allows hydraulic pressure to be modulated, preventing wheel lock-up. The ABS can decrease, hold or increase hydraulic pressure.

The system continuously monitors all components, uses several methods to determine faults and notify the driver of malfunctions. When the engine is started, the ABS electrical circuitry is f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Bosch Type 5 -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 5 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 GAS

Removal
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, proceed as follows:
    • Ensure parking brake is released.
    • Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
    • Remove access hole plug from backing plate, insert screwdriver through hole and push parking brake lever off its stop.
    • Insert punch through hole in splash shield Fig. , tap on punch to loosen drum. Then remove drum.
  • Remove actuator spring using brake tool J 38400, or equivalent to pry loop end of spring from adjuster actuator, Fig. . ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Oldsmobile Regency AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Oldsmobile Regency cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Oldsmobile Regency 3.8 V6 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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