All-Wheel Drive Control Module -J492-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, GENERATION IV: Removing

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-- Switch the ignition off.

-- Disconnect the connectors -1- and -2- from the top of the control module.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector To Upper Control Module

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-- Place the drip tray under the final drive.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 2: All-Wheel Drive Control Module J492

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-- Carefully remove the control module -A-.

-- Remove the cover OVERVIEW - ALL-WHEEL DRIVE CLUTCH, GENERATION IV from the all-wheel drive clutch housing if necessary. Continue holding the valve -arrow-.

Fig 3: Haldex Clutch Control Valve

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-- Cover the Final Drive Clutch Control Valve -N373- -arrow- with a cloth, grab the valve body with pliers and remove it.

Fig 4: Haldex Clutch Control Valve

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