Removal steps
1. Park on level ground, chock wheels, set parking brake, and support vehicle with jack stands if undercarriage access is needed.
2. Wear eye protection and gloves; keep brake fluid absorbent and rags ready to catch spills.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable and allow time for any stored electrical energy to dissipate per vehicle guidance.
4. Relieve residual brake system pressure by pumping the brake pedal with engine off until firm, or follow the manufacturer's recommended depressurization procedure.
5. Clean the area around the ABS control module and brake hydraulic connections to prevent contamination of the system.
6. Label and photograph all electrical connectors and brake lines before disconnecting to ensure correct reassembly.
7. Carefully disconnect electrical connectors from the module; use release tabs - do not pry pins.
8. Disconnect hydraulic lines from the unit, catching fluid in a suitable container and immediately cap or plug openings to keep contaminants out.
9. Remove mounting fasteners and retainers securing the module; support the module while removing the last fastener to avoid dropping it.
10. Extract the module from the vehicle, keeping it upright to minimize fluid loss, and place it on a clean surface.
Installation steps
1. Compare the replacement unit to the removed module to confirm correct connections and orientation before fitting.
2. Position the module and secure mounting hardware snugly; use manufacturer torque values if available.
3. Reconnect hydraulic lines, ensuring fittings are clean and seals are intact; hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading.
4. Reattach electrical connectors according to your labels/photos and confirm they are fully seated and latched.
5. Reconnect the negative battery cable only after all connectors are properly installed.
6. Top up master cylinder with correct brake fluid type and clean the reservoir cap area before opening.
7. Bleed the brake system following the vehicle-specific procedure; note that ABS modules commonly require a specific bleed or activation sequence or use of a scan tool to cycle the pump/valves.
8. Inspect all fittings for leaks while pressurizing the system; fix any leaks before proceeding.
9. Use a diagnostic scanner to read and clear ABS-related fault codes and, if required by the vehicle, perform module programming or relearn procedures.
10. Perform a low-speed, controlled road test in a safe area to verify brake operation and that the ABS warning light is off.
11. Dispose of used brake fluid and contaminated materials according to local regulations.
12. Repair tip: keep lines capped and the module upright during transfer, and record connector positions with photos to reduce reassembly errors.