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ABS Modulator Assembly - Remove And Replace: Removal

  1. Position the vehicle on a lift but do not lift it at this time.
  2. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle A/C Refrigerant Recovery And Recharge (Remove And Replace) .
  3. Remove the HEPA filter duct Duct - HEPA Filter (Remove And Replace) .
  4. Disconnect 12V power Disconnect 12V Power .
  5. Move the coolant reservoir out of the working area:
    1. Make sure that the reservoir cap is fully attached.
    2. Release the 12V harness clip from the coolant reservoir.
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    3. Disconnect the coolant fluid level sensor electrical connector.
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    4. Remove the bolts (x4) that attach the coolant reservoir to the front crossmember (torque 6 N.m).
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    5. Clamp the coolant hose at the rear of the coolant reservoir.
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    6. Release the locking ring that attaches the hose to the coolant reservoir. Release the coolant hose from the nipple on the reservoir.
    7. Plug the coolant hole then carefully move the reservoir to the LH side of the front trunk.
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  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the A/C compressor and the electrical connector from the high pressure pipe.
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  7. Release the edge clip that attaches the 12V harness to the compressor bracket.
  8. Remove the screw that attaches the ground strap to the compressor bracket (torque 8 N.m).
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  9. Release the nuts (x2) that attach the A/C lines to the compressor (torque 10 N.m).
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  10. Have an assistant support the compressor. Release the bolts (x3) that attach the A/C compressor bracket to the front drive unit (torque 10 N.m).
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  11. Release the push clip that attaches the A/C compressor HV cable to the body of the vehicle.
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  12. Carefully move the A/C compressor to the RH side of the front trunk.
  13. Disconnect the ABS modulator electrical connector.
    NOTE: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
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  14. Use a flare wrench to release the brake pipes (x6) from the ABS modulator (torque 23 N.m).
    CAUTION: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
    NOTE: Place suitable absorbent material around the affected area to absorb any possible fluid spillage.
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  15. Raise and support the vehicle Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift .
  16. Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the ABS modulator bracket to the body of the vehicle (torque 5 N.m).
    NOTE: Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
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  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Remove the ABS modulator and mounting bracket from the vehicle.
  19. Remove the nuts that attach the ABS modulator to the bracket (torque 8 N.m). Release the ABS modulator from the bracket.
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