Hydraulic Control Unit: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
Disconnect the anti-lock-brake control module electrical connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Anti-Lock-Brake Control Module Electrical Connector
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NOTE: The 4 wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS) with traction control is shown, the 4WABS without traction control system is similar with one less hydraulic line.

NOTE: Plug brake lines to prevent any brake fluid loss.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Brake Lines From Hydraulic Control Unit

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Disconnect the brake lines from the hydraulic control unit (HCU).
Remove the HCU bracket nuts to HCU.

Fig 3: Removing HCU Bracket Nuts From HCU
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Remove the HCU.

Fig 4: Removing HCU
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Remove the pump motor electrical connector.

Fig 5: Removing Pump Motor Electrical Connector
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Remove the anti-lock-brake control module screws.

Fig 6: Removing Anti-Lock-Brake Control Module Screws
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Remove the anti-lock-brake control module from the HCU.