2026-03-26

ABS Modulator (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 33100102 2.16 NOTA: Salvo explicitamente indicado em contrário no procedimento, o código de correção acima e o FRT refletem todo o trabalho necessário para a realização deste procedimento, incluindo os procedimentos associados. Não acumule códigos de correção, salvo se explicitamente instruído. NOTA: Consulte Tempos de taxa fixa para saber mais sobre FRT e sobre a respetiva criação. NOTA: Consulte Proteção pessoal para garantir que utiliza o EPI adequado durante a realização do procedimento abaixo. NOTA: Consulte para conhecer as práticas seguras e saudáveis de trabalho.

  • 2025-04-29: Corrected torque figures for the bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the vehicle.
  • 2023-12-05: Updated brake stiffness routine.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: ABS Modulator (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Nuts that attach the ABS modulator to the bracket
8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm deep socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the ABS modulator to the LH frame rail
10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
  • 10 mm socket
Reuse
Bolt that attaches the steering gear assembly to the intermediate shaft assembly
18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)
  • 13 mm socket
 Reuse
Master cylinder primary pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
Master cylinder secondary pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
LH front brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
RH rear brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
LH rear brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
RH front brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator
16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
  • 12 mm flare nut wrench
  • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
Reuse
Bolts that attach the LH and RH sides of the shock tower brace See image in procedure for proper torque specifications
  • 15 mm deep socket
Reuse
Outer bolt that attaches the shock tower brace to the vehicle
62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm deep socket
Reuse
Inner bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the vehicle
55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
  • 15 mm deep socket
Reuse

Remove

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. See #GUID-A0CF7C9C-B57C-42B3-B8ED-A95758D026E9.
  2. Using a steering wheel holder, lock the steering wheel into position.
    Warning IconA warning icon, calling your attention to a possibly risky situation
    CAUTION
    Protect the seat from damage.
  3. Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  5. Remove the 12V auxiliary battery. See #GUID-A457202A-D5B8-4DAD-A374-C91A41A7B4F5.
  6. Remove the inner bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the RH shock tower.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  7. Remove the outer bolt that attaches the shock tower brace to the RH shock tower.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  8. Remove the inner bolts that attach the shock tower brace to the LH shock tower.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  9. Remove the outer bolt that attaches the shock tower brace to the LH shock tower.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  10. Put the shock tower brace assembly aside to gain clearance for removal of the battery bracket.
  11. Remove all the wheels. See #GUID-0B862D15-7178-4435-AEF2-0B40B8BEE686.
  12. Remove the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
  13. Remove the bolt that attaches the steering gear assembly to the intermediate shaft assembly.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
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    Note
    For RHD vehicles, no need to disconnect the steering column.
  14. Slide the electric steering column upward to remove it from the steering gear assembly.
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    Note
    For RHD vehicles, no need to disconnect the steering column.
  15. Partially lower the vehicle.
  16. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ABS modulator.
  17. Place an oil drain container beneath the ABS modulator.
  18. Remove the RH front brake line pipe nut from the ABS modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  19. Remove the LH rear brake line pipe nut from the ABS modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  20. Remove the RH rear brake line pipe nut from the ABS modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  21. Remove the LH front brake line pipe nut from the modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  22. Remove the master cylinder secondary pipe nut from the ABS modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  23. Remove the master cylinder primary pipe nut from the ABS modulator.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  24. Remove the master cylinder brake lines from the 4 tube bundle clip.
  25. Remove the RH front brake line from the front brake line bundle clip around the LH front rail area.
  26. Move the brake lines away from the ABS modulator.
  27. Release the master cylinder brake lines from the clip at the rear of the ABS modulator bracket.
  28. Remove the oil drain container from beneath the vehicle.
  29. Raise the vehicle fully.
  30. Remove the bolts that attach the ABS modulator to the frame rail.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  31. Release the tabs (x2) that attach the ABS modulator to the body, slide the ABS modulator towards the 12V battery area, and then remove the ABS modulator from the vehicle.
  32. Loosen the nuts that attach the ABS modulator to the bracket, and then pry the ABS modulator from the bracket.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket

Install

  1. Install the ABS modulator onto the bracket.
  2. Tighten the nuts (x2) that attach the ABS modulator to the bracket.
    8 Nm (5.9 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm deep socket
  3. Position the ABS modulator into the vehicle for installation. Align the bracket into the body, and then attach the tabs (x2).
  4. Install the bolts that attach the ABS modulator to the LH frame rail.
    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Slide the electric steering column downward to install it into the steering gear assembly.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    For RHD vehicles, no need to disconnect the steering column.
  6. Install the bolt that attaches the steering gear assembly to the intermediate shaft assembly.
    18 Nm (13.3 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 13 mm socket
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    Note
    For RHD vehicles, no need to disconnect the steering column.
  7. Install the front aero shield panel. See Panel - Aero Shield - Front (Non-Structural Pack) (Remove and Replace).
  8. Partially lower the vehicle.
  9. Maneuver the master cylinder brake lines into position, and then fasten the clip that attaches the lines to the ABS modulator bracket.
  10. Install the RH front brake line into the front brake line bundle clip around the LH front rail area.
  11. Install the master cylinder brake lines to the 4 tube bundle clip.
  12. Install the master cylinder primary pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  13. Install the master cylinder secondary pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  14. Move the master cylinder lines into position for installation.
  15. Install the LH front brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  16. Install the RH rear brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  17. Install the LH rear brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  18. Install the RH front brake pipe nut to the ABS modulator.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm flare nut wrench
    • 12 mm flare nut crowfoot socket
  19. Connect the electrical connector to the ABS modulator.
  20. Position the shock tower brace assembly for installation.
  21. Install the outer bolt that attaches the shock tower brace to the LH shock tower.
    62 Nm (45.7 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  22. Install the inner bolts (x2) that attach the shock tower brace to the LH shock tower.
    55 Nm (40.6 lbs-ft)
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  23. Tighten the outer bolt that attaches the shock tower brace to the RH shock tower.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  24. Tighten the inner bolts (x2) that attach the shock tower brace to the RH shock tower.
    Informational PurposesAn informational icon, calling your attention
    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 15 mm deep socket
  25. Install the 12V auxiliary battery. See #GUID-A457202A-D5B8-4DAD-A374-C91A41A7B4F5.
  26. Connect 12V power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  27. Install the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Replace).
  28. Remove the steering wheel holder.
  29. Redeploy the vehicle firmware. See .
  30. Perform brake fluid bleed / flush procedure. See .
  31. Using Toolbox 3:
    1. Select the Actions tab and search for "Stiffness".
    2. Select the ODIN routine TEST_BRAKE_X_STIFFNESS-TEST-SERVICEvia Service Mode:Chassis ➜ Brakes ➜ Brake Stiffness Testvia Service Mode Plus:chassis ➜ ESP Replacement Panel ➜ Stiffness Testvia Toolbox:(link), and then click the link of the routine.
    3. If brake pads or rotors have been replaced, select UNBURNISHED under "Action_Type". In all other cases, select BURNISHED.
    4. Click RUN, and allow the routine to complete.
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      Note
      Do not press the brake pedal during the test.