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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the master cylinder from the brake booster and support with heavy mechanic's wire or equivalent. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake pipes from the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
  2. Remove the steering column from the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Bolt Securing Selector Cable To Brace
    GM394467Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the transmission range selector cable support bolt from the instrument panel (I/P) reinforcement brace.
  4. Remove the upper nut from the I/P reinforcement brace at the I/P.
    5. NOTE: Avoid damaging the surrounding components while cutting.
    Fig 2: I/P Reinforcement Brace Studs
    GM1243219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Cut off the I/P reinforcement brace studs close to the I/P carrier. A replacement bracket, studs, and nuts are obtained in the service kit.
    6. Fig 3: Removing Lower I/P Reinforcement Brace Bolt
    GM1243220Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the lower I/P reinforcement brace bolt (1) from the electronic adjustable pedal (EAP) bracket.
  7. Remove the I/P reinforcement brace.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the following components:
    • The adjustable pedals motor assembly
    • The memory sensor connector, if equipped
    • The pedal position sensor
    • The accelerator wiring harness connector
    9. Fig 4: Removing Pushrod Retaining Clip, Pushrod & Stop Lamp Switch
    GM1265181Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the pushrod retaining clip (3) from the brake pedal pin (1).
  10. Remove the brake pedal pushrod (2) and the stop lamp switch (4) from the brake pedal.
    11. Fig 5: Removing Electronic Adjustable Pedal (EAP) Bracket Nuts & Bolt
    GM1243221Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Remove the EAP bracket nuts (2) from the studs (3) at the bulkhead.
  12. Remove the top EAP bracket bolt (1).
  13. Move the brake booster forward until the studs are removed from the mounting holes.
  14. Remove the EAP assembly from the vehicle.
    15. Fig 6: Removing Cable Retaining Clip On Top Of Bracket
    GM1265314Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Remove the cable retaining clip on the top of the bracket.
    16. IMPORTANT: Accurate measurement and adjustment of the following step is critical to ensure the proper step over distance between the brake and accelerator pedals.
    Fig 7: Adjusting Accelerator Pedal Motor Cable To Proper Distance
    GM1263870Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Adjust the accelerator pedal to the fully forward position using the following procedure.
    1. Remove the screws from cable housing at the top of the adjustable pedal motor.
    2. Twist the cable housing to unlock the cable from the motor.
    3. Remove the cable from the adjustable pedal motor.
    4. Attach a drill motor or equivalent to the adjustable pedal cable.
    5. Spin the cable until there is a distance of 21.4 mm (0.84 in) from the accelerator transmission assembly cap to the small outer diameter of the adjuster pin.
  17. Remove the adjustable pedal cable from the accelerator pedal:
    1. Twist the cable housing to unlock the cable from the accelerator pedal.
    2. Compress the secondary locking tabs located below the housing locking tabs and pull the cable from the accelerator pedal assembly.
    18. IMPORTANT: Note the position of the brake pedal return spring (1).
    Fig 8: Brake Pedal Return Spring & Brake Pedal Assembly
    GM1272757Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Remove the nut from the brake pedal pivot bolt.
  19. Remove the brake pedal pivot bolt.
  20. Remove the brake pedal and return spring assembly from the bracket.
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