Cabriolet V6-2.8L (AFC) (1995)
Hydraulic Control Assembly - Antilock Brakes: Service and Repair
NOTE:
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Always disconnect the battery Ground strap (first determine the coding for the anti-theft radio).
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When removing brake lines, be sure the lines are marked and installed according to identification on the ABS hydraulic unit.
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Install only original factory-made, pre-formed brake lines, or equivalent.
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Open brake lines and connections must be sealed immediately with plugs.
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Brake line tightening torque is: 15 Nm (11 ft 1b).
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After having completed any work that requires opening the brake hydraulic system, bleed the system with brake filling and bleeding device US
1116 or equivalent. See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair
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In addition check the brake system with a high and low pressure test, refer to High And Low Pressure Testing. See: Testing and Inspection
Preparation
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Disconnect coolant expansion tank and lay to the side.
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Disconnect brake lines.
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Disconnect hydraulic unit from bracket.
Component Notes And Information
1
Cover
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Disconnect from hydraulic unit for access to relays, refer to: Fig. 1, below
2
Brake Line
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Hydraulic unit to left-front brake caliper
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Marked "VL" on hydraulic unit
3
Brake Line
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Hydraulic unit to left-rear brake caliper
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Marked "HL" on hydraulic unit
4
Brake Line
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Hydraulic unit to right-front brake caliper
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Marked "VR" on hydraulic unit
5
Brake Line
6
Brake Line
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Hydraulic unit to right rear brake caliper
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Marked "HR" on hydraulic unit
7
Brake Line
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Brake master cylinder (proportioning valve circuit) to hydraulic unit
8
Hex Nut
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Tighten to: 10 Nm (7 ft lb)
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Install hydraulic unit in bracket and secure
9
ABS Hydraulic Unit