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VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U): Installation

  1. Install the VDCCM&H/U bracket.

    Tightening torque: 

    33 N.m (3.4 kgf-m, 24 ft-lb) 

  2. Install the VDCCM&H/U with a new nut (Part No. 023506000) by aligning the damper groove of the VDCCM&H/U to the bracket side claw.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

    Fig 1: Locating Nuts On VDCCM&H/U
    G05343419Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Connect the brake pipes to their correct VDCCM&H/U positions.

    Tightening torque: 

    T1: 15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb) 

    T2:19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Connecting Brake Pipes To VDCCM&H/U
    G05343421Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Connect the VDCCM&H/U connector.
    NOTE:
    • Be sure to remove all foreign matter from inside the connector before connecting.
    • Make sure the VDCCM&H/U connector is securely locked.
  5. Bleed air from the brake system.
  6. Check the parameter to confirm that the applied models and grades of the relevant vehicle are included. <Ref. to PARAMETER CHECK , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor .>
  7. If the applied model and grade of the target vehicle are not included on the {Parameter Check} display screen, perform parameter selection and registration. <Ref. to PARAMETER SELECTION , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor .>
    NOTE:
    • When the VDCCM&H/U is replaced with a new part, be sure to perform the selection registration operation.
    • For the selection and registration of parameter, the Subaru Select Monitor III is required.
    • When no data is registered, ABS/EBD/VDC warning light illuminates and the DTC "Parameter selection failure" is detected.