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2005 Chevrolet Express Repair Question


Topics covered: Brakes, Abs, Wheel.
Mileage: 142,000 miles.

Asked on August 22, 2011

Brake pressure modulator valve & abs system

Hi,

Is it okay to bypass the brake pressure modulator valve and only use my brakes? Basically, is the brake pressure modulator valve necessary for the brakes or is it ABS related? Thank you.
Avatar Asked by Souljah1

Answer

Replied on August 22, 2011

It isn't necessary but once installed, the system uses different components than a system with no ABS so you can't just eliminate it. You shouldn't have to unless it has internal valve problems. If it's just an electrical problem, you will have normal brakes anyway.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on August 22, 2011

Well it's just that I was told the system was contaminated with a petroleum product so I had to change all wheel calipers, caliper hoses, master cylinder, and all rubber. The brake pressure modulator valve is the only thing that I have not changed out and was wondering if it necessary to do so or can I just bypass it. Thank you.

Tiny Response from Souljah1
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Replied on August 22, 2011

No, you can't bypass it but you may not have a problem if you flushed the system real good after replacing the rest of the parts.

Tiny Answered by Wrenchtech (expert)
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Replied on August 22, 2011

Okay. Thank you very much because you just confirmed my first mind. Have a great day!

Tiny Response from Souljah1
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