Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure
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  1. Remove the 2 master cylinder nuts.
  2. IMPORTANT: DO NOT disconnect the brake pipes from the master cylinder.
  3. Position the master cylinder aside and support with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
  4. Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement (Non Hybrid) .
  5. Fig 1: View Of Bolt Securing Selector Cable To Brace
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  6. Remove the transmission range selector cable support bolt from the instrument panel (I/P) reinforcement brace.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the following components:
    • The adjustable pedals motor assembly
    • The memory sensor connector, if equipped
    • The pedal position sensor
  8. Fig 2: View Of Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Assembly
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  9. Remove the accelerator pedal position sensor assembly. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .
  10. Remove the left side floor air outlet duct. Refer to Floor Air Outlet Duct Replacement - Left Side .
  11. Fig 3: Locating Brake Booster Pushrod Retainer Bolt
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  12. Remove the brake booster pushrod retainer bolt (1).
  13. Fig 4: Locating Brake Booster Pushrod Retainer
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  14. Remove the brake booster pushrod retainer (1).
  15. Fig 5: View Of Stoplamp Switch
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  16. Remove the stoplamp switch (1).
  17. Disconnect the brake booster pushrod from the brake pedal pivot.
  18. Fig 6: Locating Adjustable Pedal Bracket Nuts
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  19. Remove the adjustable pedal bracket nuts (1).
  20. Fig 7: View Of Adjustable Pedal Bracket Bolt
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  21. Remove the adjustable pedal bracket bolt (1).
  22. Position the brake booster forward until the studs are past the adjustable pedal bracket holes.
  23. Remove the adjustable pedal assembly from the vehicle.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.