Silverado 1500 2WD V8-4.8L VIN V (2006)
4. Lubricate the new seals and the outer surface area of the reservoir-to-housing barrels with Delco Supreme II® (GM P/N 12377967) or equivalent
DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
5. Install the lubricated seals, make sure they are fully seated.
6. Install the reservoir to the master cylinder by pressing the reservoir straight down on the master cylinder until the pin holes are aligned.
7. Carefully install the reservoir retaining pins to secure the reservoir.
8. Place the brake fluid level sensor into the reservoir, press into place to secure the sensor retaining tabs.
9. Remove the master cylinder from the vice.
10. Install the master cylinder.
11. Release the park brake.
12. Bleed the hydraulic brake system.
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.
Notice: When adding fluid to the brake master cylinder reservoir, use only Delco Supreme II®, GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667), 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.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Visually inspect the brake fluid level through the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is at or below the half-full point during routine fluid checks, the brake system should be inspected for wear and possible
brake fluid leaks.
3. If the brake fluid level is at or below the half-full point during routine fluid checks, and an inspection of the brake system did not reveal wear or
brake fluid leaks, the brake fluid may be topped-off up to the maximum-fill level.
4. If brake system service was just completed, the brake fluid may be topped-off up to the maximum-fill level.
5. If the brake fluid level is above the half-full point, adding brake fluid is not recommended under normal conditions.
6. If brake fluid is to be added to the master cylinder reservoir, clean the outside of the reservoir on and around the reservoir cap prior to removing
the cap and diaphragm. Use only Delco Supreme II®, GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667), or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean,
sealed brake fluid container.
