GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
  1. Block the wheels.

  2. Object Number: 209563  Size: SH
  3. Pull out the system park knob (1).

  4. Object Number: 209561  Size: SH
  5. Pull out the trailer air supply (3).
  6. Test the vehicle dual air pressure gauge for accuracy with the test gauge.
  7. Install the test gauge and hose coupling on the trailer supply coupling (tractor emergency hose coupling) at the rear of the cab.
  8. Start the engine.
  9. Charge the system air pressure to the governor cut-out point.
  10. Verify the test gauge reads zero.

  11. Object Number: 209561  Size: SH
  12. Push in the trailer air supply knob (3).
  13. Verify that the test gauge reads zero. If the gauge shows air pressure, replace the valve (2).
  14. Push in the system park knob.
  15. Verify that the test gauge reads about the same as the dual air pressure gauge.
  16. If not, check for leaks or blockages in the air lines. If the air lines are not blocked or leaking, replace the valve (2).
  17. Turn off the engine with the system at the governor cut-out point.
  18. Disconnect the test gauge and the hose coupling from the trailer supply line coupling.
  19. Verify that the valve knob (3) pops out.
  20. Check that the supply pressure remaining is 276-448 kPa (40-65 psi) as indicated on the dual air pressure gauge.
  21. If the remaining pressure is not within these limits, replace the valve (2) .
  22. Set the parking brake.
  23. Remove the wheel blocks.