1998 Buick Century Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1998 Buick Century

  • 1998 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 1998 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Overhaul -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type

This brake booster is not serviceable and should be replaced as an assembly.

AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type

This brake booster is not serviceable and should be replaced as an assembly.

Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Overhaul
Disassemble
  • Attach holding fixture tool No. J-22805-01, or equivalent, to front of booster, then mount fixture in vise. Mounting holes of holding fixture may have to be elongated toward inside in order to accommodate booster master cylinder studs.
  • Scribe matching marks between front and rear booster shells to aid assembling.
  • R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 1) -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Grease or any other foreign material must be kept off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub during service procedures.
  • Handling brake disc and caliper should be done in a way to avoid deformation of disc and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • If inspection reveals rubber piston seals are worn or damaged, they should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or dam...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder
  • Disconnect retainer and electrical connector from fluid level sensor.
  • Drain brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Plug hose to prevent fluid loss or contamination.
  • Disconnect brake pipes from master cylinder.
  • Plug open pipes to prevent fluid loss or contamination.
  • R...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Specifications
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 1) -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Limited 3.1 V6 GAS

Replace
  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Using a suitable C-clamp compress caliper piston enough for clearance.
  • Remove brake hose from caliper plug openings in caliper and brake hose to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
  • Remove caliper bolts, then the caliper housing from rotor and caliper bracket.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque caliper bolts to 32 ft. lbs.
    • Torque brake hose bolt to 31 ft. lbs.
Disassemble
  • Pad interior of caliper...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Buick Century AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Buick Century cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1998 Buick Century Custom 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • Remove brake pad...

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