1996 Pontiac Sunfire Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Pontiac Sunfire

  • 1996 Pontiac Sunfire GT 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:146, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:146, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
  • 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:146, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:146, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Achieva, Beretta, Camaro, Cavalier, Century, Corsica, Ciera SL, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Firebird, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Metro, Monte Carlo, Prizm, Regal, Skylark, Sunbird & Sunfire (A, F, J, L, M, N, S & W Cars) -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Service -> Caliper Assemble -> Caliper Disassemble -> Caliper Installation -> Caliper Removal
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.2 L4 GAS

Caliper Removal
  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Position suitable pliers over inboard pad and housing as shown in Fig. , and squeeze pliers to compress caliper piston.
  • If caliper assembly is being removed for service, 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 assemblie...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Corvette -> Disassemble -> Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.2 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul
Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
    • Remove two master cylinder attaching nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve assembly, Fig. ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1994 -> 1995-96 -> AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Assemble -> BCIA Single Diaphragm Type -> BCIA Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Disassemble -> Overhaul -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 L4 GAS

AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type
1994
Disassemble
  • Remove pedal pushrod boot, silencer, check valve, vacuum switch and grommets, as equipped, then the front housing seal.
  • Scribe matching marks between front and rear housing sections, then mount booster assembly in suitable holding fixture with rear housing facing up.
  • Apply pressure to housing with holding fixture forcing screw and rotate rear housing counterclockwise to unlock housing halves.
  • Slowly release spring tension, then remove booster assembly from holding fixture. Do not allow spring tension to release suddenly, as dama...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 L4 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. Check fluid level often during bleeding procedure; do not let reservoir fall below half full.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Disconnect master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir. Reconnect ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Pontiac Sunfire AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Pontiac Sunfire cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Pontiac Sunfire SE 2.4 L4 GAS

The caliper has a single piston and is mounted to the support bracket by two mounting bolts, Figs. through . The caliper assembly slides on the two mounting bolts. Upon brake application, fluid pressure against the piston forces the inboard s...

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