2008 Cadillac XLR Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Cadillac XLR

  • 2008 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS, CC:4371, CID:267, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:267, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 2008 Cadillac XLR Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:A

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Flush
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

If brake fluid is old, rusty or contaminated or whenever new components are installed in hydraulic system, the system must be flushed. Bleed brakes...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service -> Corvette -> Installation -> Removal -> XLR
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Corvette

Removal
  • Remove 2/3 of total brake fluid capacity from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install two wheel lug nuts to retain rotor in position.
  • Position one end of suitable C-clamp against inlet fitting bolt and other end against outboard shoe and lining.
  • Tighten clamp until piston fully bottoms in caliper bore, Fig. .
  • Remove upper guide pin bolt and discard.
  • Loosen lower guide pin bolt, then pivot caliper downward on lower guide pin bolt to expose shoe and lining assemblies.
  • Remove shoes and linings from mounting bracke...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> GM/Toyota Single Diaphragm Type -> Pushrod
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR V 4.4 V8 GAS

Brake Pedal

GM/Toyota 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 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

Refer to...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Description
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

The front caliper consists of dual pistons and an aluminum housing which is suspended on the shoe and lining assemblies, Fig. . Hydraulic pressure, created by applying force to the brake pedal, acts equally against the pistons and the botto...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Cadillac XLR AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Cadillac XLR cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Troubleshooting -> Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check -> Road Test
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 GAS

When troubleshooting the hydraulic brake system, perform the following inspections.

Master Cylinder Internal Fluid Leakage Check

Start engine and depress the brake pedal. If the pedal gradually falls under constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be leaking. Raise the vehicle on a lift and inspect all tubing lines and backing plates for signs of leakage. It may be required to lift or remove the carpeting or floor mats to inspect for boost...

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