Front Brake Pipe Replacement - Right Side (at Master Cylinder)

Warning: The battery must be disconnected to prevent the brake master cylinder from pressurizing the hydraulic system during its automated self diagnostic tests that can possibly occur when a door is opened or the key transmitter is activated. Failure to follow this precaution may cause personal injury.

Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning.

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

Note: Use all components included with the service kit.

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Always ensure the Battery Maintenance Mode is inactive before disconnecting the low voltage 12 volt battery (or batteries). This mode can be active with the ignition off, regardless of whether the vehicle charging cord is plugged in or not. When this mode is active, the on-board high voltage battery charger(s) will energize the 12 volt battery cables and charge the 12 volt battery (or batteries). Disconnecting any battery cables while this mode is active may result in an electrical shock or a burn from hot battery cable leads.

  1. Check the 12 volt battery voltage with a digital multimeter before disconnecting any battery cables leads. If the voltage is 13.5 volts or above, the Battery Maintenance Mode is active. The technician must wait for the T18 battery charger to deactivate before disconnecting the battery negative cable. Charging System Description and Operation
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable.Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  3. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

    4. Object ID: 5837772
  4. Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer(2)»Remove
  5. Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt(1)»Remove[9x]
  6. Front Wheelhouse Rear Liner(3)»Remove

    7. Object ID: 5837768
  7. Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt(1)»Remove[14x]
  8. Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer(2)»Remove
  9. Front Wheelhouse Liner(3)»Remove

    10. Object ID: 5864766
  10. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt(1)»Remove[12x]

    11. Object ID: 5864768
  11. Reposition the instrument panel compartment (1) to access the instrument panel wiring harness.
  12. Disconnect all electrical connectors.
  13. Instrument Panel Compartment(1)»Remove

    14. Object ID: 5898420
  14. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Brace Bolt(1)»Remove[3x]

    15. Object ID: 5898423
  15. Radio Speaker Amplifier Nut(1)»Remove
  16. Accessory DC Power Control Module Bracket Nut(2)»Remove
  17. Accessory DC Power Control Module Bracket(3)»Remove

    18. Object ID: 5898421
  18. Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Nut(1)»Remove[3x]
  19. Instrument Panel Lower Bracket Nut(2)»Remove

    20. Object ID: 5898422
  20. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Brace(1)»Remove

    21. Object ID: 5898450
  21. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  22. Dash Extension Panel Bolt(1)@Module »Remove[5x]

    23. Object ID: 5898452
  23. Dash Extension Panel Bolt(1)»Remove[11x]
  24. Dash Panel Side Extension(2)»Remove

    25. Object ID: 5840625
  25. With the aid of an assistant, remove the fascia.(1)Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation

    26. Object ID: 5837776
  26. Body Side Upper Rear Applique Bolt(2)»Remove
  27. Front Fender Upper Rear Molding(1)»Remove

    28. Object ID: 5875924
  28. Headlamp Bolt(1)»Remove[5x]

    29. Object ID: 5875983
  29. Front Headlamp(1)»Remove
  30. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  31. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
  32. Electrical Connector@Brake System Control Module»Disconnect

    33. Object ID: 6478275
  33. Remove the bottom brake front pipe nut (1) .

    34. Object ID: 5947619
  34. Front Brake Pipe Clip(1)»Disengage

    35. Object ID: 5947622
  35. Front Brake Pipe Clip(1)»Disengage
  36. Front Brake Front Pipe Nut(2)»Remove
  37. Cap the front brake pipe outlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

    38. Object ID: 5947619
  38. Maneuver the front brake pipe (2) out of the vehicle.
  39. Clean any brake fluid from the underbody area and remove the drain pan from under the vehicle.
Installation Procedure

    Object ID: 6478330
  1. Maneuver the front brake pipe (1) into the vehicle.

    2. Object ID: 6478275
  2. Install the bottom brake front pipe nut (1) .

    3. Object ID: 5947622
  3. Remove the plug from the front brake pipe outlet.

    4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution.

  4. Front Brake Front Pipe Nut(2)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications
  5. Front Brake Pipe Clip(1)»Engage

    6. Object ID: 5947619
  6. Front Brake Pipe Clip(1)»Engage

    7. Object ID: 6478275
  7. Front Brake Front Pipe Nut(1)»Tighten—Fastener Specifications
  8. Electrical Connector@Brake System Control Module»Connect
  9. Connect the battery negative cable.Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  10. Bleed the brake system.Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding
  11. Check for brake system leaks.
  12. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the maximum-full level with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling

    13. Object ID: 5875983
  13. Connect the electrical connector.
  14. Front Headlamp(1)»Install

    15. Object ID: 5875924
  15. Headlamp Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[5x]—Fastener Specifications

    16. Object ID: 5837776
  16. Front Fender Upper Rear Molding(1)»Install
  17. Body Side Upper Rear Applique Bolt(2)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

    18. Object ID: 5840625
  18. With the aid of an assistant, install the fascia.(1)Front Bumper Fascia Removal and Installation

    19. Object ID: 5898452
  19. Dash Panel Side Extension(2)»Install
  20. Dash Extension Panel Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[11x]—Fastener Specifications

    21. Object ID: 5898450
  21. Dash Extension Panel Bolt(1)@Module »Install and tighten[5x]—Fastener Specifications
  22. Connect the electrical connectors.

    23. Object ID: 5898422
  23. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Brace(1)»Install

    24. Object ID: 5898421
  24. Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket Nut(1)»Install and tighten[3x]—Fastener Specifications
  25. Instrument Panel Lower Bracket Nut(2)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

    26. Object ID: 5898423
  26. Accessory DC Power Control Module Bracket(3)»Install
  27. Accessory DC Power Control Module Bracket Nut(2)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications
  28. Radio Speaker Amplifier Nut(1)»Install and tighten—Fastener Specifications

    29. Object ID: 5898420
  29. Instrument Panel Tie Bar Brace Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[3x]—Fastener Specifications

    30. Object ID: 5864768
  30. Connect the electrical connector.
  31. Instrument Panel Compartment(1)»Install

    32. Object ID: 5864766
  32. Instrument Panel Compartment Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[12x]—Fastener Specifications

    33. Object ID: 5837768
  33. Front Wheelhouse Liner(3)»Install
  34. Front Wheelhouse Liner Retainer(2)»Install
  35. Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[14x]—Fastener Specifications

    36. Object ID: 5837772
  36. Front Wheelhouse Rear Liner(3)»Install
  37. Front Wheelhouse Liner Bolt(1)»Install and tighten[9x]—Fastener Specifications
  38. Rear Wheelhouse Liner Retainer(2)»Install
  39. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation