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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: For safety reasons, the brake pressure modulator valve assembly must not be repaired, the complete unit must be replaced. With the exception of the EBCM, no screws on the brake pressure modulator valve assembly may be loosened. If screws are loosened, it will not be possible to get the brake circuits leak-tight and personal injury may result.
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Remove the right front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
  4. Remove the right front wheel house liner. Refer to Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
    5. IMPORTANT: The area around the electronic brake control module (EBCM) must be free from loose dirt to prevent contamination of disassembled ABS components.
  5. Thoroughly clean all contaminants from around the EBCM.
  6. Remove the upper radiator support bracket. Refer to Radiator Support Bracket Replacement (LA3, LY9) or Radiator Support Bracket Replacement (LY7) or Radiator Support Bracket Replacement (LS6) in Engine Cooling.
  7. Carefully lift the right side of the radiator up and move forward to access the front brake pipe of (BPMV).
  8. Carefully remove the brake pressure switch electrical connector and position out of the way.
    9. CAUTION: Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of contact, take the following actions:
    • Eye contact-rinse thoroughly with water.
    • Skin contact-wash with soap and water.
    • If ingested-consult a physician immediately.
    NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: Identifying Brake Pipes To Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
    GM772876Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Record the location of all brake pipes to the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) for use as an aid during installation.
  9. Remove the 2 master cylinder brake pipes (3) from the BPMV (1).
  10. Carefully remove the front wheel brake pipe from the (BPMV).
  11. Carefully move the right side of the radiator froward into the insulator in the frame.
  12. Remove the remaining wheel brake pipes (2) from the BPMV (1).
  13. Clean any brake fluid spillage from the BPMV (1).
  14. If equipped with a brake fluid pressure sensor (4), disconnect the electrical connector, from the brake fluid pressure sensor.
  15. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  16. Remove the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
    17. Fig 2: View Of EBCM And Electrical Connector
    GM899234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Rotate the EBCM connector tab (2) up to the unlocked position.
    18. NOTE: To prevent equipment damage, never connect or disconnect the wiring harness connection from the EBCM with the ignition switch in the ON position.
  18. Disconnect the EBCM electrical connector (1) from the EBCM (3) and position out of the way.
  19. Remove the 6 BPMV mounting bolts from under the mounting bracket.
  20. Remove the EBCM/BPMV assembly from the BPMV bracket.
  21. Remove and discard the 4 EBCM to BPMV screws.
    22. Fig 3: View Of EBCM & BPMV
    GM772017Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  22. Clean the surface of the EBCM/BPMV assembly.
  23. Remove the EBCM (1) from the BPMV (2).
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