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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.
  1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Position the radiator coolant reservoir aside.
    1. Remove the bolts.
      Fig 1: Removing Bolts
      G03891582Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. NOTE: Do not disconnect the hose from the power steering pump reservoir.
  3. Remove the bolts and position the power steering pump reservoir aside.
  4. Disconnect the brake lines from the brake master cylinder.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Brake Lines From Brake Master Cylinder
    G03891583Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: Plug each port of the hydraulic control unit (HCU) to prevent brake fluid from spilling.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Brake Lines From HCU
    G03891584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the brake lines from the HCU.
  6. Disconnect the ABS module electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting ABS Module Electrical Connector
    G03891585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the HCU bracket to inner fender well nuts and remove the HCU assembly.
    Fig 5: Removing HCU Assembly
    G03891586Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the screws and the ABS module.
    Fig 6: Removing Screws And ABS Module
    G03891587Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: Bleed the HCU after installation. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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