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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK1999LESABRE V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - BRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN K
Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair
1999 Buick LeSabre V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not pry EBCM/EBTCM. Be careful not to damage seal (if reusing module). If seal is damaged during removal, repair damaged area using GM PIN 123456739 silicone sealer or replace EBCM/EBTCM.
IMPORTANT: You may not repair the EBCM/EBTCM. If the assembly is faulty, replace the EBCM/EBTCM as an assembly.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly and the PCM cover.
3. Disconnect the EBCM/EBTCM harness connector.
4. Remove the front EBCM/EBTCM bracket from the vehicle (5).
5. Remove the EBCM/EBTCM center bracket mounting bolt (4).
6. Remove the 4 EBCM/EBTCM to the BPMV bolts (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not twist the assembly.
7. Remove the EBCM/EBTCM by pulling rearward until the internal connector disengages.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTICE: Be sure to reconnect all harness retaining clips that may have been disconnected during the removal procedure in their original positions. Then perform a visual inspections of the entire harness checking to make sure all retaining clips are properly connected.
IMPORTANT: When replacing the EBCM/EBTCM, you must recalibrate the Magnasteer. Refer to Variable Effort Steering Programming in Variable Effort Steering.
1. Clean the EBCM/EBTCM seal and the BPMV gasket surface using alcohol.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the EBCM/EBTCM to the BPMV.
^ Tighten the 4 EBCM/EBTCM to BPMV bolts (1) to 6 Nm (53 inch lbs.).
3. Install the front EBCM/EBTCM bracket (5).
^ Tighten the EBCM/EBTCM center bracket mounting bolt (4) to 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
4. Connect the EBCM/EBTCM harness connector.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly and the PCM cover.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position. Ensure that the engine is off.
7. Perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check.
CAUTION: Do not pry EBCM/EBTCM. Be careful not to damage seal (if reusing module). If seal is damaged during removal, repair damaged area using GM PIN 123456739 silicone sealer or replace EBCM/EBTCM.
IMPORTANT: You may not repair the EBCM/EBTCM. If the assembly is faulty, replace the EBCM/EBTCM as an assembly.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly and the PCM cover.
3. Disconnect the EBCM/EBTCM harness connector.
4. Remove the front EBCM/EBTCM bracket from the vehicle (5).
5. Remove the EBCM/EBTCM center bracket mounting bolt (4).
6. Remove the 4 EBCM/EBTCM to the BPMV bolts (1).
IMPORTANT: Do not twist the assembly.
7. Remove the EBCM/EBTCM by pulling rearward until the internal connector disengages.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTICE: Be sure to reconnect all harness retaining clips that may have been disconnected during the removal procedure in their original positions. Then perform a visual inspections of the entire harness checking to make sure all retaining clips are properly connected.
IMPORTANT: When replacing the EBCM/EBTCM, you must recalibrate the Magnasteer. Refer to Variable Effort Steering Programming in Variable Effort Steering.
1. Clean the EBCM/EBTCM seal and the BPMV gasket surface using alcohol.
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the EBCM/EBTCM to the BPMV.
^ Tighten the 4 EBCM/EBTCM to BPMV bolts (1) to 6 Nm (53 inch lbs.).
3. Install the front EBCM/EBTCM bracket (5).
^ Tighten the EBCM/EBTCM center bracket mounting bolt (4) to 14 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
4. Connect the EBCM/EBTCM harness connector.
5. Install the air cleaner assembly and the PCM cover.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position. Ensure that the engine is off.
7. Perform the ABS Diagnostic System Check.
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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.