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Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement




Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement

Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).


Warning

For safety reasons, the Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) must not be repaired; the complete unit must be replaced. With the exception of the EBCM/EBTCM, no screws may be loosened. If screws are loosened, it will not be possible to get the brake circuits leak-tight and personal injury may result.

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution (Vehicle Damage Warnings).




1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Lift the lock tab (1) on the electronic brake control module (EBCM) harness connector.
3. Disconnect the EBCM harness connector.





Note: Note the locations of the brake pipes in order to aid in installation.

4. Disconnect the BPMV outlet brake pipe fittings (1) from the BPMV (2).




5. Disconnect the master cylinder inlet brake pipe fittings (1) from the BPMV (2).




6. Remove the 2 BPMV nuts (1).
7. Remove the BPMV (2) and EBCM as an assembly from the vehicle.
8. Remove the EBCM, if necessary. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement (Service and Repair).

Installation Procedure




1. Install EBCM, if removed. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Install BPMV (2) to the bracket.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the 2 BPMV nuts (1).

Tighten the nuts to 12 Nm (106 lb in).





Warning

Make sure brake pipes are correctly connected to brake pressure modulator valve. If brake pipes are switched by mistake, wheel lockup will occur and personal injury may result. The only two ways this condition can be detected are by using a Scan Tool or by doing an Antilock stop.

Note: If a new BPMV is being installed, remove the shipping plugs from the valve openings in the compartment during the next step.

Note: Use the locations noted during removal.

4. Install the master cylinder inlet brake pipe fittings (1) to the BPMV (2).

Tighten the fittings to 19 Nm (14 lb ft).




5. Install the BPMV outlet brake pipe fittings (1) to the BPMV (2).

Tighten the fittings to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).




6. Connect the EBCM harness connector.
7. Engage the EBCM harness connector lock tab (1).
8. Bleed the antilock brake system. Refer to Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure (Service and Repair).
9. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, engine off.
10. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview).