Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair

2013 GMC Yukon Denali 2WD V8-6.0L HybridSECTION Service and Repair



Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.


Caution:
Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution.

Caution:
Always connect or disconnect the wiring harness connector from the EBCM/EBTCM with the ignition switch in the OFF position. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the EBCM/EBTCM.

1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.

2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.





3. Remove the antilock brake system (ABS) module splash shield retainers (1).





4. Remove the ABS module splash shield bolts (1).





5. Remove the ABS module splash shield (1).





6. Remove all dirt and debris from the electronic brake control module (EBCM) and the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV).

7. Disconnect the EBCM electrical connector.

8. Loosen, but do not remove, the EBCM bolts (1).





Note:
Do not pry the EBCM from the BPMV. The EBCM must be pulled away from the BPMV evenly.

9. Using the loosened EBCM bolts as a guide, carefully pull the EBCM (1) evenly away from the BPMV to release the electrical connectors.





10. Remove the EBCM bolts (1).





11. Remove the EBCM (1).

Installation Procedure





1. Position the EBCM (1) to the BPMV.

2. Push the EBCM squarely onto the BPMV.





Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the EBCM bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts in an X pattern to 3 Nm (27 lb in).

4. Connect the EBCM electrical connector.

5. If installing a new EBCM, the EBCM must be programmed and the sensor and boost valve calibration and EBCM learn processes must be performed. Refer to Control Module References Control Module References.





6. Install the ABS module splash shield (1).





7. Install the ABS module splash shield bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).





8. Install the ABS module splash shield retainers (1).

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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.