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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2002 🢒 SL 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Antilock Brake System 🢒 ABS Control Module (EBTCM) Gasket Repair

Removal Procedure

Important: For gasket damages of 5/8 in or larger, the EBTCM unit should be replaced. You will need to obtain Loctite 5900® to repair the damaged gasket.


    Object Number: 872216 Size: SH
  1. Clean the control module surface area.
  2. Locate the damage(s) on the gasket.
  3. Clean and dry the damaged area(s). Remove pieces of the damaged gasket.
  4. Cut the tip of the nozzle to desired opening. Gaskets are best formed using a 1/16 in. or 1/8 in. bead.
  5. Carefully apply Loctite 5900® gasket material evenly to damage area. Do not leave any gaps between the gasket groove, original seal, and new material.
  6. Fill the gaps by smoothing out the seal using a piece of plastic (or equivalent).
  7. Once the gasket has been repaired, join the housing together and install the screws. Remove excess material immediately.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the control module-to-valve assembly screws to 4-6 N·m (35-53 lb in).

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 872166 Size: SH
  1. Position ABS control assembly on the mid-rail bracket by sliding towards the rear of the vehicle. Slide rearward to align the bracket tab into the bracket slot, then install and torque the mid-rail bolt.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the ABS control assembly-to-mid-rail bracket bolt to 12 N·m (9 lb ft).


    Object Number: 872120 Size: SH
  2. Remove plugs from the brake pipes and install the brake pipes to the proper location on the valve assembly.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the brake pipe-to-ABS assembly to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).


    Object Number: 866340 Size: SH
  3. Install the control module electrical connector.
  4. Connect the electrical connector and push in the tab to lock.
  5. Connect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.

    6. Object Number: 865817 Size: SH
  6. Place the powertrain control module (PCM) in carrier.
  7. Connect the body electrical connector.
  8. Install and torque the PCM attachment bolts.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the PCM attachment bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).


    Object Number: 869617 Size: SH
  9. Install the air induction cover and the hose assembly.
  10. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the base of the reservoir filler neck with DOT 3 brake fluid.
  11. Bleed the brake system using a scan tool. Refer to Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure .