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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 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 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Dual Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Caliper Specifications
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Service -> Disassemble -> Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

Replace
  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Using suitable C-clamp, push piston back into caliper bore, Fig. .
  • If caliper assembly is being removed for service, remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, copper washer, and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Do not crimp brake hose, as this may damage internal structure of hose. If only shoe and lining assemblies are to be replaced, do not disconnect brake line fitting fr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> General Service
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 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 1998 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 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 Cadillac Catera AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Dual Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Cadillac Catera 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service," then the...

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