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Removal and Installation

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush the eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Use of any other than approved DOT brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately rinse it off with water.
  1. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Disconnect the low brake fluid warning indicator switch electrical connector.
    1. Pull back the tab.
    2. Press the clips.
    3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Low Brake Fluid Warning Indicator Switch Electrical Connector
    G03950156Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. CAUTION: Make sure the filler cap does not become contaminated.
    Fig 2: Removing Reservoir Filler Cap
    G03950157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the reservoir filler cap.
  5. Using a suitable clean suction device drain the reservoir.
  6. Install the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connector
    G03950158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the battery junction box (BJB).
    Fig 4: Removing Battery Junction Box (BJB)
    G03950159Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Disconnect the BJB from the bracket and position aside.
    • Press the locking tabs.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting BJB From Bracket And Position Aside
    G03950160Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Disconnect the ABS module electrical connector by rotating the connector.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting ABS Module Electrical Connector
    G03950161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. CAUTION: Cap the brake lines connections to prevent fluid loss or dirt contamination.
    Fig 7: Disconnecting HCU Brake Lines
    G03950162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Disconnect the HCU brake lines.
  13. Remove the brake lines from the clips.
    Fig 8: Removing Brake Lines From Clips
    G03950163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Disconnect the wiring harness from the wheelhouse assembly.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting Wiring Harness From Wheelhouse Assembly
    G03950164Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Remove the HCU support bracket-to-frame bolts.
    Fig 10: Removing HCU Support Bracket-To-Frame Bolts
    G03950165Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Remove the HCU bolts and separate the HCU from the support bracket.
    Fig 11: Removing HCU Bolts
    G03950166Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. NOTE: After installation, bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  18. To install, reverse the removal procedure.