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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 183893  Size: MH
  1. Remove the gear cover (3).
  2. Important: 

       • Use care when handling the motor pack in order to avoid damaging the motor pack connector. Ensure that the brake fluid does not accidentally intrude into the motor pack. Brake fluid in the motor pack may cause a premature failure of the motor pack.
       • Use care when handling the motor packs. Replace the motor packs if the motor packs are dropped or damaged during handling.

  3. Remove the 4 Torx® head screws (5) that attach the motor pack (1).
  4. Important: If the disassembly of the modulator/master cylinder assembly was caused by an ABS or TCS hydraulic functional test that did not pass, perform the Automated ABS brake motor pack Diagnosis Test. Refer to Scan Tool Diagnostics . The Automated ABS brake motor pack Diagnosis Test isolates the motor pack or brake modulator.

    No repair of the motor pack is authorized. Replace the motor pack as an assembly.

  5. Remove the motor pack assembly (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 155168  Size: SH
  1. With either of the modulators positioned upside down, rotate each ABS brake modulator gear counterclockwise and rotate each TCS modulator gear clockwise until movement stops.
  2. The above procedure will cause the following conditions:

    • The pistons on the ABS brake modulator will be positioned very close to the top of the modulator bore.
    • The pistons on the TCS modulator will be positioned very close to the bottom of the modulator bore.
    • The brake bleeding procedure becomes simplified.

    Object Number: 183893  Size: MH

    Important: Use care when handling the motor packs. Replace the motor packs if the motor packs are dropped or damaged during handling.

    Align each of the 3 motor pack pinions (2 are on the TCS) with the modulator gears.

  3. Install the motor pack (1) to the modulator assembly (6).
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the 4 Torx® head screws (4).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the Torx® head screws to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).

  7. Install the gear cover (3) onto the modulator/brake master cylinder assembly.