Hydraulic Control Assembly - Antilock Brakes: Service and Repair

Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)

Material:

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Disconnect the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module electrical connector.

4. NOTE: Brake tubes must be installed in the same location as removed.

Loosen the 6 brake tube-to-hydraulic control unit (HCU) fittings, disconnect and position the brake tubes aside.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove the 3 HCU bracket-to-frame bolts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the HCU assembly.
7. If necessary, remove the HCU bracket bolt and bracket.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (8 ft. lbs.).
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system.