Buick Encore: Drum Brakes
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Brake drum diameter measurement
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
Fastener Tightening Specifications
DRUM BRAKE COMPONENT SPECIFICATIONS
Drum Brake Component Specifications
DIAGNOS
Brake drum replacement
Special Tools
CH-41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
CH-42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
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DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
System Component Description
The drum brake system consists of the following:
Drum Brake Shoes
Applies mechanical output force, from hydraulic brake wheel c
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The brake master cylinder
reservoir
is filled with GM approved DOT 4
brake fluid as indicated on the
reservoir cap. See Engine
Compartment Overview for
the location of the reservoir.
Checking Brake Fluid
With the vehicle in P (Park) on a
level surface, the brake fluid level
should be between the mi
Diagnostic information and procedures
CONTROL MODULE REFERENCES
Reference Information
Data Link References
Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle
Symptoms - Vehicle
Control Module References