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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the LH kick panel nut (1) and the LH kick panel (2).
    Fig 1: Removing LH Kick Panel Nut
    G01711077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the 2 screws and disconnect the hood release lever from the knee bolster.
  4. Remove the 2 bolts (3) that secure the knee bolster trim panel (1). Position the trim panel as necessary to gain access to the knee bolster.
  5. Remove the 2 bolts and the knee bolster.
  6. Remove the LH ventilation duct.
    Fig 2: Removing 2 Screws And Disconnecting Hood Release Lever From Knee Bolster
    G01711078Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the following components:
    • The brake pedal return spring
    • The R-clip
    • The clevis pin
    • The wave washer
  8. Disconnect the brake light switch electrical connector.
  9. Remove the brake pedal bracket front bolt.
  10. Remove the brake pedal bracket mounting nuts.
  11. Remove the brake pedal and the bracket assembly.
  12. Remove the brake pedal shaft bolt and nut.
  13. Remove the brake pedal (3) from the bracket.
  14. Remove the brake pedal bushings.
  15. Remove the cover to the brake pedal.
    Fig 3: Removing Brake Pedal Components
    G01711079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.