Wednesday, October 23, 2013
How to Install a Brake Controller on a Chevy
An anti-lock brake controller prevents the brakes from locking the wheels in an emergency stop. It accomplishes this by varying the braking force to each wheel during emergency stops or when skidding on a slippery surface. Anti-lock braking systems became standard on most Chevrolet vehicles by about 1991. The procedure for installing a brake controller is the same for many General Motors cars made from 1988 to 1996, such as the Lumina, Grand Prix, Cutlass Supreme and Regal.
Instructions
- 1
Turn the ignition switch off and move the front passenger seat forward as far as possible. You may also need to tip the passenger backrest forward to access the brake controller underneath the seat.
2Remove the mounting bolts on the cover of the brake controller case with a socket wrench, and slide the controller from its case. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) locking pins, and detach the electrical connector from the brake controller. Remove the brake controller from the vehicle.
3Attach the electrical connectors to the new brake controller. Install the CPA locking pins to ensure a good electrical connection.
4Place the new brake controller in its case, and replace the cover for the case. Install the mounting bolts for the cover, and tighten the retaining bolts by hand.
5Return the front passenger seat to its original position.
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