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

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the intake boot. < Refer to REMOVAL , Air Intake Boot. >
CAUTION: Move aside the intake boot to perform the operation without disconnecting the PCV hose.
Remove the VDC control module & hydraulic control unit (VDCCM&H/U).
1. Remove any dirt from around the VDCCM&H/U.
2. Pull up the lock lever (b) while pressing the lock button (a) and disconnect the VDCCM&H/U connector.
  CAUTION: Do not pull on the harness when disconnecting the connector.
  
  Fig 1: Removing VDC Control Module And Hydraulic Control Unit
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
3. Using a flare nut wrench, disconnect each brake pipe from VDCCM&H/U.
  CAUTION:
  - 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.
  Fig 2: Locating Brake Pipe Flare Nut
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Remove the nuts and remove the VDCCM&H/U from the bracket - hydraulic unit.
CAUTION:
- Do not drop or bump the VDCCM&H/U.
- Do not turn the VDCCM&H/U upside down or place it sideways for storage.
- Be careful not to let foreign matter enter the VDCCM&H/U
- Be careful that no water and fluid enter the connectors.
Fig 3: Locating Hydraulic Unit Bracket Mounting Nuts
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.