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We have info for following modifications of 2004 Buick Park Avenue

  • 2004 Buick Park Avenue 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:231, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:231, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 2004 Buick Park Avenue Ultra 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:231, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:231, Engine VIN:, Desg:1

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> Pushrod -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue Ultra 3.8 V6 GAS

Brake Pedal

Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
  • With engine running and brake pedal in rest position, measure distance between face of pedal and floor mat.
  • Distance should be 5.850-6.244 inches.
  • If distance is not as specified, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove lefthand lower instrument panel trim section and air duct.
    • Loosen stop lamp switch sufficiently to access pedal adjustment.
    • Loosen locknut and rotate pedal pushrod as required to obtain specified pedal height. Tighten locknut.
    • Adjust brake lamp switch position so plunger lightly contacts pedal stopper and brake lamps are off when pe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue Ultra 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Keep grease and other foreign material off brake linings, caliper, surfaces of disc and external surfaces of hub.
  • Avoid deforming disc, and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • Worn or damaged rubber piston seals should be replaced.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, ensure not to interfere with or damage caliper splash shield, or bleeder screw.
  • Front wheel bearing pre...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delco/Bosch Type 5.3 -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Aurora, LeSabre & Park Avenue -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> DeVille & Seville -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> EBCM Connector Views -> Electromagnetic Interference Test -> Ignition Cycle Default -> Intermittents & Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue 3.8 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Turn ignition switch to Off position.
  • Connect suitably programmed scan tool connected to Data Link Connector (DLC), located on lefthand side of instrument panel below steering column.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Select scan tool's Special Functions.
  • Select and run Automated Test.
  • Note Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Aurora, LeSabre & Park Avenue
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DeVille & Seville
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EBCM Connector Views

Refer to Figs. through for EBCM connector views.

Diagnostic Tests

Aurora, LeSabre & Park Avenue
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DeVille & Seville
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Clearing ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue 3.8 V6 GAS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in disc thickness. 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 inspect for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius appro...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue 3.8 V6 GAS

  • After disassembling power brake unit, soak metal components in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on components containing rubber. After components have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be washed again in clean alcohol before assembly.
  • Use compressed air to blow dirt and cleaning fluid...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Buick Park Avenue AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Buick Park Avenue cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aura, Bonneville, DTS, ION, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice & SKY -> Aveo -> Corvette -> CTS -> Disassemble -> Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR -> L-Series -> LaCrosse, STS & XLR -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Vibe -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2004 Buick Park Avenue 3.8 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul

Except Aura, Aveo, Bonneville, Cobalt, Corvette, CTS, DTS, G5, ION, L-Series, LaCrosse, LeSabre, Lucerne, Park Avenue, Solstice, SKY, STS, Vibe & XLR
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm.
  • Remove fluid level switch.
  • On models equipped with compact master cylinder,remove proportioning valve, Fig. .
  • On all models, depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plu...

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