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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 1995 Chevrolet Tahoe 1995 BRAKES General Motors Corp. - Anti-Lock - 4WAL Chevrolet: Pickup, Tahoe GMC: Sierra, Suburban, Yukon MODEL IDENTIFICATION Vehicle model can be identified by fifth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), stamped on metal pad on top of left end of instrument panel, near windshield. See MODEL IDENTIFICATION table. MODEL IDENTIFICATION TABLE


























































Series (1) Model C 2WD K 4WD (1) - Vehicle series is fifth character of VIN.


























































DESCRIPTION The Kelsey-Hayes 4-Wheel Anti-Lock (4WAL) brake system is used to prevent wheel lock-up during heavy braking. This allows driver to maintain steering control while stopping vehicle in shortest distance possible. The system consists of Electro-Hydraulic Control Unit (EHCU), Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), VSS buffer, wheel sensors, warning lights, electrical wiring and hydraulic lines. See Fig. 1. The EHCU consists of the BPMV, Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM), and combination valve. The BPMV consists of internal control cartridges, electric motor and pumps. Components of the EHCU are individually replaceable. Fig. 1: 4WAL Brake System Component Locations Courtesy of General Motors Corp. OPERATION When ignition is turned on, BPMV performs a self-check of the 4WAL electrical system. The Yellow ANTI-LOCK and Red BRAKE warning lights will come on for 2 seconds. ANTI-LOCK light should turn off if no electrical 4WAL faults are detected by BPMV. The Red BRAKE light may come on or stay on if parking brake is applied or a mechanical brake problem is detected. Once vehicle speed has exceeded 8 MPH an