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

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the air intake boot.
- H4 model: Refer to AIR INTAKE BOOT .
- H6 model: Refer to AIR INTAKE BOOT .
Remove the VDC control module & hydraulic control unit (VDCCM & H/U).
1. Remove any dirt from around the VDCCM & H/U.
2. Push the lock button (a), pull down the lock lever (b) and disconnect the VDCCM & H/U connector.
  CAUTION: Do not pull on the harness when disconnecting the connector.
  
  Fig 1: Pulling Down Lock Lever
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
3. Using a flare nut wrench, disconnect each brake pipe from VDCCM & H/U.
  CAUTION:
  - Wrap the brake pipe with a vinyl bag so as not to spill the brake fluid on the vehicle body.
  - If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle body, wash it off immediately with water and wipe clean.
  Fig 2: Locating Brake Pipe From VDCCM&H/U
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
4. Remove the bolt, and then remove the VDCCM & H/U from the bracket damper.
CAUTION:
- Do not drop or bump the VDCCM & H/U.
- Do not turn the VDCCM & H/U upside down or place it sideways for storage.
- Be careful not to let foreign matter enter the VDCCM & H/U.
- Be careful that no water enters the connectors.
Fig 3: Removing VDCCM&H/U From Bracket Damper
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.