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Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve: Service and Repair

Brake Pressure Control Valve - 3.0L

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Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Remove the RH fender splash shield.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
3. Remove the nut and the brake tube heat shield.
4. Disconnect the brake tube fittings, plug the tubes and the ports on the brake pressure control valve.
^ To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the 2 brake pressure control valve bolts and the brake pressure control valve.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Bleed the brake system.