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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDED, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 418 (ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 F

Removal Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended, 6.5 FSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: 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.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting EBCM Harness Connector
    G01500332Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the attaching bolts for the cruise control module.
  3. Swing the cruise control module off to the side.
  4. Remove the air cleaner housing from the engine compartment.
  5. Disengage the red locking tab from the connector (1).
  6. Push down lock tab (1) and then move sliding connector cover (2) to the open position.
  7. Disconnect the EBCM harness connector.

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

  8. Disconnect the 4 wheel brake pipes from the BPMV.
  9. Swing the four wheel brake pipes out of the way only after covering the open pipes to avoid dripping or being contaminated.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Wheel Brake Pipes From BPMV
    G01500333Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Disconnect the master cylinder brake pipes from the BPMV.
  11. Loosen the brake pipes but do not remove the brake pipes from the master cylinder.
  12. Swing the 2 master cylinder brake pipes out of the way only after covering the open pipes to avoid dripping or being contaminated.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Master Cylinder Brake Pipes From BPMV
    G01500334Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the 3 BPMV mounting bracket nuts (2) from the inner wheel housing mount surface of the strut tower.
  14. Reinstall the top nut upside down on the top stud.
  15. Lightly tap on the bottom of the nut until the stud has loosened up.
  16. Disconnect the ground strap between the EBCM assembly and the chassis.
  17. Remove the BPMV mounting bracket and EBCM assembly from the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Removing BPMV Mounting Bracket And EBCM Assembly From Vehicle
    G01500335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.