Cutlass L4-138 2.3L VIN A FI HP (1990)
1.
Drain approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder assembly.
2.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
3.
Loosen tension on parking brake cable at equalizer, then disconnect cable and remove return spring from parking brake lever, Fig. 1.
4.
Hold parking brake lever in position, loosen retaining nut, then remove nut, lever and seal.
5.
Position two adjustable pliers over inboard shoe tabs and flanges on caliper housing as shown, Fig. 2, then bottom piston in caliper bore.
6.
Reinstall lever seal, lever and retaining nut.
7.
If caliper assembly is to be serviced, 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 from caliper.
8.
Remove caliper mounting bolts, then lift caliper from mounting bracket. If only shoe and lining assemblies are being replaced, suspend caliper
from chassis with suitable hanger. Do not allow caliper to hang from brake hose.
Caliper Disassembly
Fig. 1 Exploded View Of Delco-Moraine 7735 Series Rear Caliper
Fig. 3 Removing Piston From Caliper
1.
Remove caliper assembly as outlined previously.
2.
Secure caliper assembly in vise and drive out sleeves and bolt boots. Insulate interior of caliper with shop towels.
