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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 VDCCM&H/U Nuts
    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, 14.0 ft-lb) 

    Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pipes Tightening Torque
    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 and registration operation.
    • For the selection and registration of parameter, the Subaru Select Monitor is required.
    • When no data is registered, ABS/EBD/VDC warning light illuminates and the DTC "Parameter selection failure" is detected.