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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 629 (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE PRESSURE MODULATOR VALVE (BPMV) REPLACEMENT (W/O JL4)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Installation Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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NOTE:
Do not use RTV or any other type of sealant on the EBCM gasket or mating surfaces.
- Install the EBCM (2) onto BPMV (1).
- Install the four EBCM bolts. Tighten the 4 bolts to 5 N.m (39 lbs in) in an X-pattern.NOTE: Do not reuse the old mounting bolts. Always install new EBCM bolts with the new BPMV.
- Connect the 2 way ABS pump motor connector to the EBCM.
- Install the BPMV (1) to EHCU bracket (3).
- Install the BPMV (1) to bracket retaining bolts (4). Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (7 lbs ft).
- Install the EHCU to the vehicle frame (5). Tighten the three EHCU bracket bolts (4) to 25 N.m (18 lbs ft).
- Connect the 2 electrical harness connectors to the EBCM (1).NOTE: The brake pipes are held in place by a plastic bracket mounted to the frame. Make sure that the brake pipes stay in the correct place for proper reassembly.
- Install the 5 brake pipes to the BPMV (6). Tighten the brake pipe fittings to 25 N.m (18 lbs ft).
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to MANUAL BLEEDING or PRESSURE BLEEDING in Hydraulic Brakes before proceeding.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to ABS Automated Bleed Procedure (w/JL4)Β or ABS Automated Bleed Procedure (w/o JL4)Β .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.