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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1440 (HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSMASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Bleeding Master Cylinder

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Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer toMaster Cylinder Bench Bleeding .

Fig 2: Master Cylinder To Booster View

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Install the master cylinder assembly.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the master cylinder mounting nuts to 36 N.m (27 lb ft).

Fig 3: Removing Brake Pipe Caps At Master Cylinder

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Remove the rubber plugs from the brake lines.

Fig 4: Identifying Brake Pipe Connection At Master Cylinder

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Connect the brake pipes.
Tighten: Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

Fig 5: Identifying Master Cylinder Fluid Level Sensor Connector

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Connect the master cylinder fluid level sensor connector.
Bleed the hydraulic brakes system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .

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When to See a Mechanic

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.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.