Ford Escape: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control / Removal and Installation - Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) - Vehicles With: Vacuum Brake Booster

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: A new HCU is equipped with an ABS module. A new ABS module does not come equipped with an HCU .

1. 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 onscreen instructions.
   

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
   

1. Disconnect the ABS module electrical connector and detch the pin-type retainer.
   

1. NOTICE: Make sure that all openings are sealed.

   NOTICE: If the fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.

   Disconnect the brake tube fittings and detch the pin-type retainer.
   Torque: 159 lb.in (18 Nm)

1. Remove the nut, bolt, and the HCU .
   Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

1. NOTE: The following step is only necessary when installing a new HCU and ABS module assembly.

   Remove the bolt and the HCU bracket.
   Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

Installation

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the ABS module following the on-screen instructions.
   

1. Bleed the brake system.
   Refer to: Brake System Pressure Bleeding - Vehicles With: Vacuum Brake Booster (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).
   

1. Carry out the following service functions using the scan tool and following the diagnostic scan tool on-screen instructions.
   
   1. Carry out the ABS Calibration.
      
   2. Carry out the HCU Coil Solenoid Calibration.
      
   3. Run the PCM PATS programming application and then carry out the Module Initialization (Parameter Reset) using the scan tool and following the diagnostic scan tool on-screen instructions.