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

CAUTION:
  • When installing the VDCCM&H/U to the bracket - hydraulic unit, make sure that there is no oil adhered to the bolts and the threads of VDCCM&H/U. If the oil is adhered, degrease it carefully before tightening.
  • Connect the VDCCM&H/U connector securely.
  • When installing the VDCCM&H/U, replace the damper - hydraulic unit, spacer and nut with new parts. (Models without EyeSight)
  1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.

    Tightening torque: 

    Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>General Description>COMPONENT>VDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM&H/U) .

  2. Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
  3. Bleed air from the brake system. Ref. to BRAKE>Air Bleeding .
  4. Perform parameter confirmation, selection, and registration.
    NOTE:
    • When the VDCCM&H/U is replaced with a new part, be sure to perform the selection registration operation.
    • Be sure to use the Subaru Select Monitor for the selection and registration of parameter.
    • When the registration has not been performed, the DTC code "Parameter selection error" is detected together with the ABS/EBD/VDC warning light illumination.
    1. Check that the applied model and grade of the relevant vehicle are included. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>PARAMETER CHECK .
    2. If the applied model and grade of the target vehicle are not included, perform parameter selection and registration. Ref. to BRAKE CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>Subaru Select Monitor>OPERATION>PARAMETER SELECTION .
  5. Perform VDC sensor midpoint setting mode. Ref. to VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL (VDC)>VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U)>ADJUSTMENT .