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2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD

Installation Procedure

2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Master Cylinder
    GM926593Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Bench Bleeding .
  2. Install the master cylinder to the brake booster.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the master cylinder mounting nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the master cylinder mounting nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    4. Fig 2: Disconnecting/Connecting Brake Pipes From Master Cylinder
    GM931327Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the plugs from the brake pipes.
  5. Connect the brake pipes to the master cylinder.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake pipe fittings at the master cylinder to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

    6. Fig 3: Disconnecting/Connecting Brake Fluid Level Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM931316Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the electrical connector to the brake fluid level sensor.
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure)  or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) .
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