Section 5 · Pages 91–110 (20 pages)

Brakes

From the 1962 Pontiac Chassis Service Manual

Year
1962
Models
Catalina (23), Star Chief (26), Bonneville (28), Grand Prix (29), Safari wagons
Publication
S-6204
Pages
592

Standard brakes and the vacuum power brake units. It covers drum design, periodic service, lining wear and anchor pin adjustment, parking brake adjustment, bleeding, master and wheel cylinder overhaul, brake assembly and trouble diagnosis, including Delco-Moraine and Kelsey-Hayes parts.

What this section covers

  • Brake shoe and anchor pin adjustment
  • Parking brake adjustment
  • Bleeding brakes
  • Master cylinder overhaul
  • Wheel cylinder overhaul
  • Trouble diagnosis