Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Prior to removal of module, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to the scan tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed. For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .

Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the hydraulic control unit (HCU) dust shield.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Remove the bolts.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
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Disconnect the HCU electrical connector.
- Slide the connector lock rearward.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting HCU Electrical Connector
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Remove four brake lines from the HCU and the two rear brake tube connections.

Fig 3: Removing Brake Lines From HCU And Rear Brake Tube Connections
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Remove the HCU bracket to frame bolts.

Fig 4: Removing HCU Bracket To Frame Bolts
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Remove the HCU assembly.
- Lift the bracket hooks from the frame.
  
  Fig 5: Removing HCU Assembly
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Remove the two remaining brake lines from the HCU.

Fig 6: Removing Remaining Brake Lines From HCU
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Remove the HCU bracket.
- Remove the two bolts.
  
  Fig 7: Removing HCU Bracket
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Remove the stability assist module from the HCU.
- Remove the four bolts.
  
  Fig 8: Removing Stability Assist Module From HCU
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WARNING: The scan tool must be used to bleed the brake system including the HCU. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  
  Fig 9: Installing Stability Assist Module To HCU
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  Fig 10: Installing HCU Bracket
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  Fig 11: Installing Remaining Brake Lines To HCU
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  Fig 12: Installing HCU Assembly
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