Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Pontiac Torrent and 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

CAUTION: When adding fluid to the brake master cylinder reservoir, use only GM approved or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. The use of any type of fluid other than the recommended type of brake fluid may cause contamination which could result in damage to the internal rubber seals and/or rubber linings of hydraulic brake system components.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution .

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Brake Fluid Level Sensor Electrical Connector

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Remove the underhood electrical center bracket. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Bracket Replacement .
Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir. Discard the fluid into an approved container.
Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Brake Fluid Level Sensor

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While simultaneously depressing the retaining tabs on the opposite side of the switch electrical connection, carefully pull the switch from the master cylinder reservoir.
Remove the low brake fluid level sensor.