SECTION 206-09: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control
2014 Flex Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 05/02/2013

Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)


Special Tool(s)
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool


Item Part Number Description
1 — ABS electrical connector (part of 14A005)
2 — Master cylinder secondary brake tube-to-Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) fitting (part of 2C360)
3 — Master cylinder primary brake tube-to- HCU fitting (part of 2C360)
4 — LH front brake tube-to- HCU fitting (part of 2C296)
5 — RH rear brake tube-to- HCU fitting (part of 2C296)
6 — LH rear brake tube-to- HCU fitting (part of 2C296)
7 — RH front brake tube-to- HCU fitting (part of 2C296)
8 3B676 Bracket-to- HCU nut (2 required)
9 2C405 HCU

Removal and Installation

NOTICE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

NOTICE: Electronic modules are sensitive to electrical charges. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module can be damaged if exposed to these charges.

  1. NOTE: This step is only necessary if a new ABS module or a new Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) is being installed.

    Connect the scan tool and upload the module configuration information from the ABS module. For additional information, refer to Section 418-01 .
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .
  1. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .
  1. Disconnect the ABS electrical connector.

  1. NOTE: Brake tubes must be installed in their original locations and orientations.

    Loosen the brake tube-to- HCU fittings and position the brake tubes aside.
  1. Loosen the 2 bracket-to- HCU nuts and remove the HCU .
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.