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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the hydraulic control unit (HCU). Refer to HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT .
  2. NOTE: The ABS module cannot be repaired, install a new ABS module.
    Fig 1: Removing Bolts
    G03273138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the bolts.
  4. CAUTION: When the ABS module is separated from the HCU, the motor terminals and the valve stems will be exposed. Protect the terminals and the valve stems from damage.
    Fig 2: Removing ABS Module From HCU
    G03273139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the ABS module from the HCU.
  6. CAUTION: A new seal kit must be used when installing the ABS module. The old seals must be discarded as they may cause a leak between the ABS module and the HCU.
    NOTE: The O-ring seals must be installed to the valve flange. Make sure there is no twist to the O-ring seal when installed.
    Fig 3: Discarding O-Ring Seals And Installing New Ones
    G03273140Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Discard the O-ring seals and install new ones (one seal per each valve stem).
  8. NOTE: Clean the groove of the ABS module before installing a new seal.
    Fig 4: Discarding ABS Module Sealing Material And Install A New Seal
    G03273141Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Discard the ABS module sealing material and install a new seal.
  10. CAUTION: All components must be free of dust, oil, fluid and foreign matter.
  11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.