Brake System

ABS Control Module

12steps
~72min
4/5difficulty
0102030405016.712N·mlb·ft
Tightening torque found on this page
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Components and Component Location

Components

1. ABS control module connector
2. ABS control module
3. ABS Bracket

Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir using a syringe.
  3. Remove the air cleaner assembly. G 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - 'Air Cleaner') G 1.2 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - 'Air Cleaner') F 1.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - 'Air Cleaner')
  4. Loosen the bolt and remove the CVVT oil control valve bracket (A) and connector bracket (B).
  5. Disconnect the brake tubes from the ABS by turning the nuts counterclockwise with a wrench. Tightening torque: A: 12.7–16.7 N·m B: 12.7–16.7 N·m
  6. Disconnect the ABS control module connector.
  7. Loosen the nuts and remove the ABS control module (HECU).

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. After installation, bleed the brake system.
  3. Perform variant coding.
  4. Perform automatic sensor calibration.
  5. Perform longitudinal acceleration sensor calibration.

Diagnostic Procedure Using the Diagnostic Tool

Perform the diagnostic procedure using the diagnostic device as follows: Connect the self-diagnosis connector (16-pin) located under the driver's side panel, bring the scan tool close to the self-diagnosis device, then turn the key on. Select 'Vehicle Model' and 'ABS/ESC' on the GDS vehicle selection screen, then select 'OK'.

[Variant Coding]

[Automatic Sensor Calibration]

[Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor Calibration]

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