Removal & Installation (After 12/90)
On later model vehicles built after 12/90, accumulator is installed behind left front foglight.
- Discharge hydraulic accumulator by pumping brake pedal at least 20 times with engine off.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove 2 bolts in left front wheel well retaining alternator fresh air duct, and remove duct.
- Remove 2 accumulator mounting nuts from brackets. Disconnect hydraulic lines from accumulator. Remove accumulator.
- Installation is reverse of removal procedure. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Start engine and operate brake pedal. Check hydraulic fluid level and fill as necessary.
NOTE:
Have shop towel ready to catch any fluid that escapes.