Part Description: 2002 Buick Park Avenue Remanufactured Master Cylinder
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FAQ for Brake Master Cylinder Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the brake pipe fittings at the master cylinder?
A:
The recommended torque is 32 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noted when filling the master cylinder reservoir?
A:
When adding fluid to the brake master cylinder reservoir, you should use only Delco Supreme 11(R), GM U.S. P/N 12377967, GM Canada P/N 992667, or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the master cylinder reservoir?
A:
You need to remove the master cylinder, and the fluid level sensor, drain the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir, tap out the reservoir retaining pins and then remove the reservoir and the seals from the master cylinder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noticed before assembling the master cylinder?
A:
You should remember not to use abrasives to clean the brake master cylinder bore.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to remove the master cylinder?
A:
You need to disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid level sensor, disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder, plug the open brake pipe fitting ends, remove the 2 master cylinder mounting nuts, and the master cylinder, then remove the reservoir from the master cylinder if it is to be reused on a replacement master cylinder.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be done before removing the cap and diaphragm?
A:
You need to clean the outside of the master cylinder reservoir on and around the reservoir cap before removing the cap and diaphragm.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: How to install the vacuum brake booster?
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You need to install the Brake Booster mounting gasket to the booster, the brake booster, and the brake pedal assembly to booster stud mounting nuts, raise the steering column, install it into position, apply a small amount of lubricant, GM P/N 12346293 or equivalent to the clevis pin of the brake pedal, connect the brake booster pushrod to the brake pedal clevis pin, then install the foam spacer and the retainer clip, install the left closeout panel, the washer solvent reservoir, the master cylinder to the booster, reposition and connect the vacuum check valve, then connect the electrical connector to the fluid level sensor, and connect the electrical connector to the EGR valve.
Q: How to deal with it when the brake pedal feels spongy?
A:
You should inspect the brake system for external leaks. Then perform the antilock brake system automated bleeding procedure to remove any air that may have been trapped in the BPMV.