1987 Cadillac Brougham Service and Repair Manual

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1987 Cadillac Brougham service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • d'Elegance Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 5.0L 307Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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1987 Cadillac Brougham Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #92V15200020/10/1992Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS

THE INCREASED WEIGHT OF THE STRETCH CONVERSION LIMOUSINES REQUIRES LARGER DIAMETER REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS THAN THOSE INSTALLED IN THE FACTORY.

Consequence

THE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE STOPPING DISTANCEREQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105, "HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS".

Remedy

REPLACE THE EXISTING REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS WITH LARGER DIAMETER BRAKE CYLINDERS.

NHTSA #89V10200016/06/1989Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).

Consequence

SERVO ROD ASSEMBLY COULD CATCH ON ENGINE COMPONENTS ANDRESULT IN A STUCK THROTTLE WITH POTENTIAL FOR

Remedy

INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.

NHTSA #91V10100014/06/1991Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
Consequence

STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.

Remedy

REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

NHTSA #91V09600014/06/1991Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDERS ARE TOO SMALL TO ALLOW FOR PROPER BRAKING.

Consequence

STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105 ARE NOT METWITH POWER BRAKING ASSIST UNIT INOPERATIVE.

Remedy

REPLACE ORIGINAL 1" REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A 1 1/16" CYLINDER.

NHTSA #91V01100011/01/1991Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM

LIMOUSINE FAILED TO MEET STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 105.

Consequence

INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT;VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 105.

Remedy

REPLACE ORIGINAL REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER WITH A LARGER CYLINDER.

No service bulletins No technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Cadillac Brougham.
19960911Component: PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONALCrash reported1 injured1 fatalities

EMERGENCY BRAKE DESIGNED TO RELEASE WHENEVER SHIFTER MOVES, ALSO WHEN GEARS ARE DISENGAGED, CAUSING ACCIDENT/INJURY/FATALITY.

20050107Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGFire reported

THE CAR WAS RUNNING VERY ODD RIGHT BEFORE I STOPPED AT A STORE. AFTER KILLING THE IGNITION THE CAR STARTED SMOKING AFTER ANY ABOUT A MIN OR LESS THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS FULLY INVOLVED WITH FLAMES. TH

19960910Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGFire reported

AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE ENGINE, CAUSED THE ENGINE TO CATCH ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE.*AK

20050601Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

DT: WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD AT 65 MPH,AND USING THE CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING, AND THE WENT UP TO 75 MPH. IT WOULDN'T SLOW DOWN , EVEN AFTER TRYING TO SHUT OFF THE CRUISE CONTROL.

20000815Component: STEERING

WHILE COMING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE VEHICLE LOST COMPLETE STEERING CONTROL. DEALER/MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. *AK

Showing the 5 most serious of 6 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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