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Removal Procedure

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  1. Prepare the brake system control module for removal with Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  3. GM5325063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Using the appropriate trim tool, remove the windshield wiper arm finish caps (1) from both windshield wiper arms (3).

  4. Windshield Wiper Arm Nut (2) - Remove [ 2x ]
  5. Grasp the outer ends of the windshield wiper arms (3) and gently rock both arms back and forth to remove the windshield wiper arms (3) from the windshield wiper transmission pivot shafts.
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    Apply two layers of masking tape on the body around the top edges of the air inlet grille panel extensions (1) to prevent paint damage.

  7. Using a suitable plastic trim tool, carefully release the air inlet grille panel extension (1) clips.
  8. Remove the air inlet grille panel extensions (1) from the air inlet grille panel and both upper front fenders.
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    Remove the hood rear outer air inlet seal retainers (1) from both sides.

  10. Remove the hood rear outer air inlet seals (2) from both sides.
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    Remove the front compartment side sight shield retainers (1) from both sides.

  12. Remove the front compartment side sight shields (2) from both sides.
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    Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [ 6x ]

  14. Air Inlet Grille Panel (2) - Remove
  15. Disconnect the windshield washer nozzle hose from the windshield washer pump hose.
  16. Lift the front edge of the air inlet grille panel (2) and slide the panel forward from both hood hinges and remove.
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    Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) - Remove

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    Disconnect the windshield wiper motor electrical connector.

  19. Windshield Wiper System Module Bolt (1) - Remove [ 2x ]
  20. Slide the windshield wiper system module (2) inboard to release the grommet from the plenum and remove the windshield wiper system module (2) from the vehicle.
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    Plenum Front Panel Nut (1) - Remove [ 3x ]

  22. Plenum Front Panel Bolt (2) - Remove [ 3x ]
  23. Pull the forward lamp wiring harness extension (3) out from the plenum front panel.
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    Plenum Front Panel Bolt (1) - Remove [ 4x ]

  25. Plenum Front Panel Nut (2) - Remove [ 3x ]
  26. Pull the forward lamp wiring harness extension (3) out from the plenum front panel.
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    Plenum Front Panel (1) - Remove

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    Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Nut (1) - Remove

  29. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Bolt (3) - Remove [ 2x ]
  30. Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace (2) - Remove
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    Electrical Connector (1)@Brake System Control Module - Disconnect

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    Electronic Brake Control Module Bolt (1) - Remove and DISCARD [ 4x ]

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    CAUTION:

    When removing the Brake System Control Module (BSCM) from the Master Cylinder Assembly, ensure the valve coils in the (BSCM) clear the pins in the Master Cylinder Assembly. If the coils or pins are damaged the complete Master Cylinder Assembly will require replacement.

    Brake System Control Module (1) - Remove