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 INSTALLATION , VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >

Disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
Remove the air intake boot. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
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.
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.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Lock Lever And Lock Button
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3. Separate each brake pipe using a flare nut wrench.
  - Models with EyeSight
    
    Fig 2: Locating Brake Pipe Flare Nuts - Models With EyeSight
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  - Models without EyeSight
    
    Fig 3: Locating Brake Pipe Flare Nuts - Models Without EyeSight
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4. Remove the bolts and nuts, and remove the bracket - hydraulic unit and the VDCCM & H/U.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Bolts And Nuts Of Bracket - Hydraulic Unit And VDCCM & H/U
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