VSA Modulator-Control Unit Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Remove the air cleaner box (see AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/ REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector (A) by pulling up the lock (B); the connector disconnects itself.

Fig 1: VSA Modulator-Control Unit Components With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Disconnect the six brake lines from the VSA modulator-control unit.
NOTE: Brake lines are connected to the master cylinder (C) and to the right-front (D), the left-rear (E), the right-rear (F), and the left-front (G) brake systems.
Remove the VSA modulator-control unit (H) with the bracket (I) from the body.
Remove the locknuts (J), then remove the VSA modulator-control unit from the bracket.
NOTE: During installation, install a new bushing (K) and new grommets (L). Otherwise, unwanted noise and vibration may be transmitted to the vehicle.