Brake Actuator: Removal

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DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTE:
- After the ignition switch is turned OFF, the navigation system requires approximately 90 seconds to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch OFF, wait 90 seconds or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (see INITIALIZATION ).
DISCONNECT VSC ACTUATOR CONNECTOR
1. Pull the release bar and disconnect the VSC actuator connector.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying VSC Actuator Connector
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REMOVE BRAKE TUBE
1. Use tags or make a note to identify the reconnection locations.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Brake Tubes
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2. Using a union nut wrench, disconnect the 2 brake tubes from the VSC actuator.
  
  Fig 3: Using Union Nut Wrench To Disconnect Brake Tubes From VSC Actuator
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3. Using a union nut wrench, remove the 2 brake tubes from the brake master cylinder.
  
  Fig 4: Using Union Nut Wrench To Remove Brake Tubes From Brake Master Cylinder
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DISCONNECT BRAKE TUBE
1. Using a union nut wrench, disconnect the 4 brake tubes from the VSC actuator.
  
  Fig 5: Locating Brake Tubes Union Nut Wrench
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REMOVE VSC ACTUATOR WITH ACTUATOR BRACKET ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 3 nuts and VSC actuator with actuator bracket.
  
  Fig 6: Locating VSC Actuator With Actuator Bracket Nuts
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