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1994 Oldsmobile Achieva Repair Question


Topics covered: Abs, Wheel, Battery.
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Asked on November 21, 2008

1994 Oldsmobile Achieva rear brake lockup

Brakes problem
1994 Oldsmobile Achieva 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

I had the 2 rear brake lines replaced with new wheel brake cylinders and pads , followed the proper bleed procedures for abs .I now have a left rear brake that continues the lock up under med. to heavy breaking.
my machanic thinks that when my rear line failed it jamed the abs system . is there a way to reset the abs proportioning valve. thank you
Avatar Asked by nitro3kk

Answer

Replied on December 20, 2008

Try disconnecting the battery for about 5 minutes. However, I don't believe that is the problem. If you remove the drum, is everything still dry? Also, did you replace or cut the drums and properly adjust the rear brake shoes?

Joe

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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