Ford Ecosport: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control / Removal and Installation - Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: A new HCU is equipped with a new ABS module.

1. NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current ABS module installed. If the current ABS module does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair.

   Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the ABS module following the on-screen instructions.
   

1. Disconnect the ABS module electrical connector.
   

1. NOTICE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

   Disconnect the brake tube fittings.
   Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. If equipped.
   Remove the nut and detach the evaporator inlet and outlet manifold bracket.
   Torque: 27 lb.in (3 Nm)

1. Remove the bolts and pulling slightly upwards on the evaporator inlet and outlet manifold (if equipped), remove the HCU and ABS module assembly.
   Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

1. NOTE: This step is only necessary if a new HCU is being installed.

   Remove the bolts and the HCU bracket.
   Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the ABS module following the on-screen instructions.
   

1. Carry out the ABS Calibration, Accelerometer Calibration, HCU Coil Solenoid Calibration, Brake Master Cylinder Pressure Transducer Calibration and the Brake System Pressure Bleeding using the scan tool and following the diagnostic scan tool on-screen instructions.