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We have info for following modifications of 2006 GMC Canyon

  • 2006 GMC Canyon SLE 2.8 L4 GAS, CC:2770, CID:169, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:169, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 GMC Canyon SLE 3.5 L5 GAS, CC:3460, CID:211, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:211, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 2006 GMC Canyon SL 2.8 L4 GAS, CC:2770, CID:169, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:169, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 GMC Canyon SLT 3.5 L5 GAS, CC:3460, CID:211, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:211, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 2006 GMC Canyon WT 2.8 L4 GAS, CC:2770, CID:169, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:169, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 2006 GMC Canyon WT 3.5 L5 GAS, CC:3460, CID:211, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:211, Engine VIN:, Desg:6

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> ADVICS -> System Service -> ABS Automated Bleed Procedure -> Brake Master Cylinder w/Power Brake Booster & Chassis Control Module -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Canyon & Colorado -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hummer H3 -> Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding -> Longitudinal Accelerometer -> Manual -> Pressure -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Ring -> Yaw Rate Sensor/Lateral & Longitudinal Accelerometer
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon SLE 2.8 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

ABS Automated Bleed Procedure

Do not remove the reservoir cap while depressing and releasing the brake pedal. If the cap is removed while depressing and releasing the brake pedal, pressurized brake fluid being returned to the reservoir may leave the reservoir. Personal injury or vehicle damage could result.

Do not allow the HBCi pump and motor to run more than one minute continuously. Allow two minutes cool down time between pump run times. Extended pump and motor run time could create excessive heat and damage the pump and motor assembly.

Perform steps 1-4 below t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> ADVICS -> System Service -> ABS Automated Bleed Procedure -> Brake Master Cylinder w/Power Brake Booster & Chassis Control Module -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> Canyon & Colorado -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hummer H3 -> Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding -> Longitudinal Accelerometer -> Manual -> Pressure -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Ring -> Yaw Rate Sensor/Lateral & Longitudinal Accelerometer
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon SL 2.8 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

ABS Automated Bleed Procedure

Do not remove the reservoir cap while depressing and releasing the brake pedal. If the cap is removed while depressing and releasing the brake pedal, pressurized brake fluid being returned to the reservoir may leave the reservoir. Personal injury or vehicle damage could result.

Do not allow the HBCi pump and motor to run more than one minute continuously. Allow two minutes cool down time between pump run times. Extended pump and motor run time could create excessive heat and damage the pump and motor assembly.

Perform steps 1-4 below t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Tracker Master Cylinder -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon SLE 3.5 L5 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to Figs. and , noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon SL 2.8 L4 GAS

Removal

  • Siphon 2/3 of the brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Compress caliper pistons until they bottom in bores using suitable clamp, Fig. .
  • Disconnect brake hose at caliper by removing inlet fitting bolt.
  • Remove mounting bolts and caliper.

Inspection

Should it become required to remove the caliper for installation of new components, clean components in denatured alcohol, wipe dry using lint-free cloths. Blow out drilled passages and holes using compressed air. Inspect dust boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Precautions -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> General
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon WT 2.8 L4 GAS

Brake Lines & Linings

Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings.

Do not allow any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that linings be replaced in sets when worn or damaged.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness v...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 GMC Canyon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 GMC Canyon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Dual Piston Sliding Caliper -> Brake System Bleed -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Manual Bleed -> Master Cylinder Bleed -> Pressure Bleed
Vehicle: 2006 GMC Canyon WT 2.8 L4 GAS

Manual Bleed

  • If vehicle is equipped with power brakes, remove vacuum reserve by applying brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoirs with suitable brake fluid. Ensure to always keep master cylinder reservoirs at least half full during entire bleeding procedure.
  • If master cylinder is suspected to have air in bore, it must be bled first. To bleed master cylinder, proceed as follows:
    • Disconnect forward brake pipe connection at master cylinder.
    • Allow brake fluid to fill master cylinder bore until it begins to flow from forward pipe connector port.
    • Connect and ...

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