Silverado 1500 2WD V8-6.0L Hybrid (2009)
Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/Brake System Internal Leak Test) andBrake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection
(Non-Hybrid) (See: Hydraulic System/Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and
Inspection)Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection (Two-mode Hybrid) (See: Hydraulic System/Testing and Inspection/Component
Tests and General Diagnostics/Brake Pedal Travel Measurement and Inspection) .
73. If internal leaks are found, replace the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement (JD9, JF3, JF7) (See: Hydraulic System/Brake
Master Cylinder/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master Cylinder Overhaul)Master Cylinder Replacement (Two-Mode Hybrid) (
See: Hydraulic System/Brake Master Cylinder/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master Cylinder Replacement)Master Cylinder
Replacement (JH6, JH7) (See: Hydraulic System/Brake Master Cylinder/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master Cylinder
Replacement) .
74. If the brake pedal travel exceeds specification and there is no damage to the pedal system or pushrod, replace the master cylinder. Refer to Master
Cylinder Replacement (JD9, JF3, JF7) (See: Hydraulic System/Brake Master Cylinder/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master
Cylinder Overhaul)Master Cylinder Replacement (Two-Mode Hybrid) (See: Hydraulic System/Brake Master Cylinder/Service and
Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master Cylinder Replacement)Master Cylinder Replacement (JH6, JH7) (See: Hydraulic System/Brake Master
Cylinder/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement/Master Cylinder Replacement) .
75. Turn the ignition switch to ON, without starting the engine.
Observe if the brake system warning lamp remains illuminated.
76. If the brake system warning lamp remains illuminated, DO NOT allow the vehicle to be driven until the brake system is diagnosed and repaired.
Refer to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes (See: Hydraulic System/Testing and Inspection/Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures/Symptoms -
Hydraulic Brakes) .
77. Start the engine.
78. Firmly apply the brake pedal several times.
Observe the brake pedal feel.
79. If the brake pedal feels spongy, repeat the automated bleeding procedure until a firm brake pedal is obtained.
80. Drive the vehicle to a speed above 13 km/h (8 mph) to allow ABS initialization to occur.
Observe the brake pedal feel.
81. If the brake pedal feels spongy, repeat the automated bleeding procedure until a firm brake pedal is obtained.
