Replacing ABS / DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control) Control Module
Replacing ABS / DSTC (dynamic stability and traction control) control module
Preparation
Removing the battery lead
Battery, disconnecting Battery Disconnecting.
Preparations for replacement
Note! There is no need to download software when replacing the ABS control module.
Removing the air cleaner (ACL) housing
Brake pipe master cylinder / ABS unit, replacing Brake Pipe Master Cylinder / ABS Unit, Replacing.
Removing the integrated relay / fusebox. Remove the connector for the ABS unit
Brake pipe from hydraulic unit / front wheel / junction, replacing Brake Pipe From Hydraulic Unit / Front Wheel / Junction, Replacing.
Removal
Removing the control module
Remove:
- the pump motor connector
- the four screws. Use a 6 mm torx external socket.
Carefully lower the control module.
Checking the control module
Check:
- that the control module is of the correct type (this depends on whether the car is equipped with STC or not)
- that none of the pins or sockets on the connector are damaged
- that there are no contaminants on the mating surfaces between the control module and the ABS hydraulic modulator
- that no part of the control module seals remain on the ABS hydraulic modulator valves.
Installation
Installing the control module on the ABS hydraulic modulator
Center the control module on the ABS hydraulic modulator valves before the valves are pushed into place.
Install:
- the control module. Tighten to 1.8 Nm
- the connectors for the pump motor and the control module
- the integrated relay / fusebox. See Hydraulic unit, replacing Service and Repair
- the air cleaner (ACL) housing. See Brake pipe master cylinder / ABS unit, replacing Brake Pipe Master Cylinder / ABS Unit, Replacing.
Function test
Wheel sensor, front, replacing Wheel Sensor Front, Replacing.