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Installation Procedure

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Important:  When installing a new BPMV, do NOT remove the shipping plugs from the outlets until after installation into the vehicle.

  1. Clean the BPMV seal surface with alcohol using a clean rag.
  2. Install the seal to the BPMV, if it is not cut or damaged.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the EBCM to the BPMV.
    Fig 1: Installing EBCM To BPMV
    G01420470Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the mounting bolts in the following sequence:

    Tighten 

    • First pass to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
    • Second pass to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
  5. Install the EBCM/BPMV insulator mounting bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt to 14 N.m (10 lb ft).

  6. Install the EBCM/BPMV into the bracket on the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Installing EBCM/BPMV Into Bracket On Vehicle
    G01420471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the two insulator nuts (1).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  8. Connect the brake fluid pressure sensor electrical connector (2).
  9. Install the brake pipes from the rear brake calipers (1, 2) to the BPMV in the same location as removed.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Brake Pipes From Rear Brake Calipers To BPMV
    G01420472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the brake pipes from the front brake calipers (1, 2) to the BPMV in the same location as removed.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

    Fig 4: Installing Brake Pipes From Front Brake Calipers To BPMV
    G01420473Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the brake pipes from the master cylinder (1, 2) to the BPMV in the same location as removed.
    Fig 5: Installing Brake Pipes From Master Cylinder To BPMV
    G01420474Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  12. Connect the BPMV pump motor ground.
  13. Connect the EBCM harness connector.

    Important:  Both sides of the EBCM harness connector must be engaged with lever before closing.

  14. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position; do NOT start the engine.
  15. Fill and bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to MANUAL BLEEDING or PRESSURE BLEEDING .
  16. Perform the Automated Bleed Procedure. Refer to ABS AUTOMATED BLEED PROCEDURE  .
  17. Perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ABS  .
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