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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2010G6 V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLHYDRAULIC SYSTEMBRAKE FLUID LEVEL SENSOR/SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Pontiac G6 V6-3.5L
Brake Fluid Level Sensor/Switch: Service and Repair
2010 Pontiac G6 V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Brake Fluid Level Indicator Switch Replacement
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution Vehicle Damage Warnings.
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
2. Remove and discard the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir bolt (1).
4. Remove the reservoir (1) from the master cylinder.
5. Remove the fluid level indicator switch (1) from the master cylinder.
Compress the locking tabs on the switch from the underside of the master cylinder reservoir.
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the reservoir with denatured alcohol.
2. Dry the reservoir with filtered, non-lubricated compressed air.
3. Install the fluid level indicator switch (1) to the master cylinder.
Ensure the locking tabs on the switch are fully engaged to the master cylinder reservoir.
4. Install the reservoir (1) to the master cylinder.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
5. Install the master cylinder reservoir bolt (1).
Tighten the bolt to 8 Nm (71 lb in).
6. Connect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
7. Fill the master cylinder reservoir. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
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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.