Hydraulic Control Assembly - Antilock Brakes: Service and Repair

Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)

Material:

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

3. NOTE: Clean and plug each port of the hydraulic control unit (HCU) to prevent brake fluid from spilling and contaminates from entering the HCU.

Disconnect the 6 brake tube fittings.
^ To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
4. Disconnect the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module electrical connector.
5. Remove the 2 mounting bracket-to-HCU nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 inch lbs.).
6. Remove the HCU.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
8. Bleed the brake system.