Braking system

ESC Control Module

10steps
~60min
3/5difficulty
0102030405016.712N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Components Location

COMPONENTS LOCATION

1. ESC control module connector
2. ESC control module
3. ESC control module bracket

repair procedures

expansion

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.

  2. Suck out the brake fluid from the reservoir with a suitable pump/syringe

  3. Lift the ESC connector fuse (A) and disconnect the connector.

  4. Disconnect the brake lines from the ESC by turning the nuts counterclockwise. Use a wrench to loosen them.

    Tightening torque: A: 13.7~16.7 N·m B: 18.6~23 N·m

  5. Loosen the ESC control module bracket nuts (A) and remove the bracket.

    Tightening torque: 16.7~26 N·m

Installation

  1. Installation is the reverse of removal.

  2. After installation, bleed the brake system.

    (Refer to Brake System - "Brake System")

  3. Perform variant coding.

  4. Perform the automatic detection sensor calibration.

  5. Perform the longitudinal acceleration sensor calibration.

Using the Diagnostic Tool

Perform the diagnostic procedures as shown below using the diagnostic tool:

Connect the diagnostic tool to the self-diagnosis connector (16-pin) under the driver's side instrument panel, then turn the ignition on and activate the self-diagnosis function.

Select "Vehicle Model" and "ABS/ESC" on the KDS selection screen, then press "OK".

[CODING OPTION]

[Automatic Sensor Calibration]

[Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor Calibration]

Test yourself

A quick Kia Stonic quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.