Ford Fusion: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control / Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
The ABS module and HCU are released individually. A new ABS module does not come equipped with an HCU.
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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.
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Remove the HCU.
Refer to: Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) (206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control, Removal and Installation).
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NOTICE:
Make sure the HCU and ABS
module are clean and free of brake fluid or foreign material before
separating the components. Do not allow any brake fluid or foreign
material to enter the mating side of the ABS module or component damage
can occur.
Remove the screws and the ABS module. Discard the screws.
Torque:
49 lb.in (5.5 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the ABS module following the on-screen instructions.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
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Overview
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Coil springs
Lower arm and bushing assemblies
Shock absorbers
Stabilizer bar and links
Toe links
Upper arms
Lower arm vertical links
Wheel bearing and wheel hub assemblies
Wheel knuckles
Wheel studs
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Suspension height sensor
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