Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lift the coolant reservoir up and away from the left front cross brace.
- Remove the left front cross brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal - Left in Body Front End.
- Remove the engine control module (ECM) cover from the air cleaner housing.
- Remove the ECM and set aside. It is not necessary to disconnect electrical. Refer to Engine Control Module (ECM) Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
- Remove the air cleaner and the duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
- Remove the fuel line retaining bolt from the intake manifold.
- Disconnect the fluid level sensor switch from the brake master cylinder.
- Disconnect the brake lines from the master cylinder and remove the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement .
- Remove the vacuum hose from the vacuum check valve. Reposition the vacuum hose.
- Remove the ABS module and bracket. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) Replacement in Antilock Brake System.
- Install the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture in Engine Mechanical - 3.6L (LY7).
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the left front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the left front fender liner.
- Remove the left ball joint from the steering knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.
- Remove the stabilizer bar links. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement in Front Suspension.
- Remove the steering gear mounting bolts.
- Remove the 2 left side frame to body bolts.
- Loosen, but do not remove, the right frame to body bolts.
- Position an oil drain pan under the transmission.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Using the engine support fixture, lower the powertrain.
- Remove the transmission filler tube. Refer to Fluid Filler Tube Replacement (LA1) or Fluid Filler Tube Replacement (LY7) in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
- Disconnect the fuel pipe retainer from the wheelhouse stud.
- Remove the booster push rod retaining clip and washer (2) from the brake pedal assembly.
- Remove the brake booster push rod (2) from the brake pedal (1).
- Remove the brake booster mounting nuts.
- Remove the brake booster.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT remove the frame to body bolts on the right side.
IMPORTANT:
Insure that all pipes, hoses, and wires are clear and not being bound or stressed when lowering the frame.
NOTE:
When disconnecting the pushrod from the brake pedal, the brake pedal must be held stationary or damage to the brake switch may result.