Repair Procedures: Removal

Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Pull up the lock of the HECU connector, then disconnect the connector.

Fig 1: Locating HECU Connector
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Disconnect the brake tubes from the HECU by unlocking the nuts counterclockwise with a spanner.
Tightening torque:

13.7 - 16.7 N.m (1.4 - 1.7 kgf.m, 10.1 - 12.3 lb.ft)

Fig 2: HECU Brake Tubes
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Loosen the HECU bracket bolts, then remove HECU and bracket.
Tightening torque:

19.6 - 29.4 N.m (2.0 - 3.0 kgf.m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb.ft)

Fig 3: HECU Bracket Bolts
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Remove the bolts (A) and then remove the bracket from HECU.
Tightening torque:

10.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.1 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.0 - 10.1 lb.ft)

Fig 4: Locating HECU Bracket Bolts
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NOTE:
1. Never attempt to disassemble the HECU.
2. The HECU must be transported and stored in.
3. Do not impact the HECU.