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 cable from battery. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY>GROUND TERMINAL REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION.
Move the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>Air Intake Boot>REMOVAL .
NOTE: With the PCV hose connected, remove the air intake boot from the air cleaner case (rear) and throttle body.
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: Locating Connector Lock Button And Lock Lever
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3. Separate each brake pipe using a flare nut wrench.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Brake Pipe Flare Nut
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4. Remove the bolts and remove the bracket - hydraulic unit and VDCCM & H/U.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Bolts And Bracket
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