LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Subaru >> 2006 >> Outback R >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Brakes >> Traction Control >> Anti-Lock Brake Control System - Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) >> VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U) >> Removal
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM&H/U): Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
  2. Use compressed air to remove moisture and dust around the VDCCM&H/U.
    NOTE: If the terminals become dirty, it may cause improper contact.
  3. Disconnect the pressure sensor connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Pressure Sensor Connector
    G05020261
  4. Lift the lock lever and Disconnect the VDCCM&H/U connector.
    CAUTION: Do not pull on the harness when disconnecting the connector.
    Fig 2: Lifting Lock Lever
    G05020262
  5. Disconnect the brake pipes from the VDCCM&H/U.
  6. Wrap the brake pipe with a vinyl bag so as not to spill the brake fluid on the vehicle body.
    CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle body, wash it off immediately with water and wipe clean.
  7. Remove the clips, and then remove the VDCCM&H/U.
    Fig 3: Identifying VDCCM&H/U Clip
    G05020263
    CAUTION:
    • The VDCCM&H/U cannot be disassembled. Do not attempt to loosen the bolts and nuts.
    • Do not drop or bump the VDCCM&H/U.
    • Do not turn the VDCCM&H/U upside down or place it sideways during storage.
    • Be careful not to let foreign matter enter the VDCCM&H/U.
    • Be careful that no water enters the connectors.
      Fig 4: Identifying VDCCM&H/U
      G05020264
  8. Remove the VDCCM&H/U bracket.