REPLACEMENT BRAKE PIPES (SERVICE PARTS INFORMATION)

Model and Year: 1990 M AND L VANS

Service brake pipe assemblies are now available from GMSPO for all 1990 M/L vans equipped with 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes (see Figure 1). Dealers may order the assemblies whenever a repair requires brake pipe replacement.

NOTICE: The brake assemblies must be installed carefully to avoid causing kinks or binds that could restrict fluid flow.

Whenever brake pipes are replaced the brake system should be bled to assure no air remains. Dealers should reference the revised brake bleeding procedure given in Dealer Service Bulletin No. 90-213-5.

Replacement brake pipes may also be fabricated at the dealership by carefully following the instructions given in section 5A-page 8 of the 1990 Astro Van Service Manual.

NOTICE: Whenever replacing brake pipes (with fabricated or GMSPO supplied assemblies) technicians should always maintain sufficient clearance between the pipes and all other components to avoid vibrations, rattling, or damage to the pipes and other components.

PARTS INFORMATION:

Part Number Description

15622724 Brake pipe - Rear Inlet 15612684 Brake pipe - Front Inlet 15656124 Brake pipe - Right Front Outlet 15656123 Brake pipe - Left Front Outlet 15656122 Brake pipe - Rear Outlet

Parts are currently available through GMSPO.

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