2006 Cadillac DTS Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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  • 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:9
  • 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Application Chart
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Caliper Service -> All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Assemble -> Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Disassemble -> Inspect -> Inspection -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal

Replacement
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark wheel to axle flange relationship for installation alignment, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake hose from caliper. Plug openings in caliper and brake hose.
  • Lift able spring to free end of from lever, then disconnect parking brake cable from lever.
  • Remove cable support bracket mounting bolt and washer.
  • Remove sleeve bolt and caliper.
  • Reverse procedure to install, then bleed brakes.
Disassemble
  • Pad interior of caliper assembly with clean shop towel, then remove piston assembly using low...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Manual

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure. Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Do not let reservoir fall below half full during bleeding procedure.
  • If required, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Loosen master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir, then tighten brake line.
    • Have assistant t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Except ION & L-Series -> ION -> L-Series -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Except ION & L-Series
  • On Vibe models, remove air filer hose clamp and hose from throttle body.
  • On all models, disconnect fluid level sensor retainer and electrical connector.
  • Drain master cylinder reservoir brake fluid into suitable container.
  • Plug hose.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake pipes. Plug open pipes.
  • Remove mounting nuts and master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir, as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Bleed hydraulic system as outlined in .
ION
  • Remove underhood electrical center cover.
  • Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) connector from brake fluid level...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service -> All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Century, Grand Prix & Regal -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

All Models Except Century, Grand Prix & Regal

Removal
  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark wheel to axle flange relationship for installation alignment, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolt and washer attaching cable support bracket to caliper, Fig. .
  • Remove sleeve bolt and pivot caliper, Fig. . Do not completely remove caliper.
  • Remove outboard and inboard shoe and linings, then two pad clips from caliper support.
Installation
  • Turn piston and thread it into caliper assembly using suitable spanner-type tool in piston slots...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Brake Distribution Valve & Switch -> Brake Warning Lamp Switches -> Combination Valve -> Components -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems.

If the rear brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the ...

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