Electronic Brake Control Module: Service and Repair

Brake Modulator Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution Battery Disconnect Caution.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the cooling surge tank. Refer to Surge Tank Replacement (2.0L) Service and RepairSurge Tank Replacement (2.5L) Service and Repair.




3. Disconnect the ABS wiring harness connector (2) from the socket on the electronic brake control module (EBCM).
4. Cover the connector and the socket with shop cloths to protect it from the brake fluid.

Important: Do not allow air from the master cylinder into the hydraulic unit or the brake pipes. If air gets into the hydraulic unit, perform a bleeding procedure using a scan tool programmed for the ABS system. As long as no air enters the hydraulic unit, a simple bleeding procedure is all the system will require.


5. Remove the 6 brake pipe fitting nuts from the hydraulic unit.
6. Remove the mounting bracket bolts from the brake modulator assembly.
7. Remove the brake modulator assembly.

Installation Procedure





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice.

1. Install the 6 brake pipe fitting nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).

2. Install the brake modulator assembly and secure with the mounting bracket bolts (2).

Tighten the bolts to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).

3. Connect the ABS wiring harness (2).

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice.

4. Inspect the fluid level of the brake master cylinder. Add new brake fluid as required.
5. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding Service and Repair.
6. Test the brake system for leaks.
7. Install the cooling surge tank. Refer to Surge Tank Replacement (2.0L) Service and RepairSurge Tank Replacement (2.5L) Service and Repair.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.