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Removal and Installation

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WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. The ABS module can be damaged if exposed to these charges.
CAUTION: When installing a new ABS module or hydraulic control unit (HCU), do not use the pump motor harness as a carrying handle. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to the HCU assembly.
  1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 4.2L for vehicles equipped with a 4.2L engine, FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 4.6L (2V) for vehicles with equipped with a 4.6L (2V) engine, or FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 5.4L (3V) for vehicles equipped with a 5.4L (3V) engine.
  3. Disconnect the ABS module electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting ABS Module Electrical Connector
    G03961356Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the 6 screws and the ABS module.
    • Disconnect the HCU electrical connector.
    • To install, tighten the screws in the sequence shown to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
    Fig 2: Removing 6 Screws And ABS Module And Disconnecting HCU Electrical Connector
    G03961357Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: The ABS module is not repairable. If an internal problem exists, a new part must be installed.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • When installing a new ABS module, it must be configured (using vehicle as-built data) and calibrated. Follow the diagnostic tool directions for calibration procedures. For additional information on configuration, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .
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