VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U): Removal

CAUTION:

Avoid unnecessary removal of parts in order to prevent fluid leakage.
When the VDCCM&H/U components are removed, be sure to perform the installation according to the installation procedures. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U)>INSTALLATION .

Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
Remove the air intake boot.
- H4 model: Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>REMOVAL .
- H6 model: Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H6DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>REMOVAL .

Remove the VDC control module & hydraulic control unit (VDCCM&H/U).

CAUTION:

Do not pull on the harness when disconnecting the connector.
Wrap the brake pipe with a vinyl bag so as not to spill the brake fluid on the painted surface of the vehicle body.
If brake fluid is spilled on the painted surface of the vehicle body, wash it off immediately with water and wipe clean.

Pull up the lock lever (b) while pressing the lock button (a) and disconnect the VDCCM&H/U connector.

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Separate each brake pipe using a flare nut wrench.

Models with EyeSight

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Models without EyeSight

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Remove the bolts and nuts and remove the bracket - hydraulic unit (b) and the VDCCM&H/U (a).

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