VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM/U): Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Use compressed air to get rid of water and dust around the VDCCM&H/U.
NOTE: When dust and dirt are attached to the terminal, they may cause poor contact.
Disconnect the pressure sensor connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Pressure Sensor Connector
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Disconnect the VDCCM&H/U connector with pulling up the lock lever.
CAUTION: Do not pull the harness when disconnecting connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting VDCCM&H/U Connector
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Disconnect the brake pipes from VDCCM&H/U.
Wrap the brake pipe using a vinyl bag not to spill the brake fluid on the vehicle body.
CAUTION: When the brake fluid is attached to vehicle body, wash it off with water and wipe the water.
Remove the clips, and then remove the VDCCM&H/U.

Fig 3: Removing Clips And VDCCM&H/U
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CAUTION:
- VDCCM&H/U cannot be disassembled. Do not attempt to loosen the bolts and nuts.
- Do not drop or bump the VDCCM&H/U.
- Do not turn VDCCM&H/U upside down or place it sideways for storage.
- Be careful that no foreign objects are mixed in VDCCM&H/U.
- Be careful that no water enters connectors.
Fig 4: Removing VDCCM&H/U Bracket
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Remove the VDCCM&H/U bracket.