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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012COLORADO 2WD L4-2.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLBRAKE PEDAL ASSYSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L4-2.9L
Brake Pedal Assy: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD L4-2.9LSECTION Service and Repair
Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement Steering Column Replacement.
2. Disconnect the stoplamp switch electrical connectors.
3. Remove the brake booster pushrod retainer (1).
4. Remove the brake booster pushrod clevis pin (1).
5. Remove the upper brake pedal bracket bolts (1).
6. Remove the power vacuum brake booster nuts (1).
7. Remove the brake pedal assembly (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the brake pedal assembly (1).
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the power vacuum brake booster nuts (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).
3. Install the upper brake pedal bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb ft).
4. Install the brake booster pushrod clevis pin (1) to the pushrod and the brake pedal.
5. Install the brake booster pushrod retainer (1).
6. Connect the stoplamp switch electrical connectors.
7. Install the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement Steering Column Replacement.
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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.