SECTION 9-A 1956 BUICK STANDARD BRAKES 9-1 GENERAL INFORMATION Suspended Pedals Both hydraulic and power brake pedals are suspended from a bracket located on the dash panel under the instrument panel. This type pedal suspension permits relocation of the master and power brake cylinders. Relocation of these units results in better sealing of the body, [...]
SECTION 8-C 1950 BUICK BRAKE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES 8-8 FILLING 1950 BUICK BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER The fluid level must be maintained at 1/2" to 1" below top of master cylinder filler opening at all times. Low fluid level in master cylinder reservoir may permit air to be pumped into the brake pipes and wheel [...]
PEDAL RETURN SPRING CAMPAIGN 1957 Power Brake Following is a reprint of Special Service Letter - Dealer No. 211, dated May 8, 1957: In Special Service Letter - Dealer No. 209, dated April 26th, it was announced that the torsional power brake pedal return spring was being replaced by the extension type return spring. On [...]
SECTION 9-A MANUAL BRAKES 9-1 GENERAL INFORMATION Location Both manual and power brake pedals are suspended from a new bracket located under the instrument panel. The master cylinder location has been moved from the toe-board and placed at the left ventilation air duct cover assembly. The residual check valve is built into both manual and [...]