VSA Modulator-Control Unit Removal and Installation: Removal

2003 Acura MDX TouringSECTION Removal
  1. Push the tab (A) and pull up the lock (B) of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector (C) and the connector disconnects itself.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Connector Terminal
    G03641473Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Disconnect the six brake lines from the VSA modulator-control unit (D).
  3. Remove the three 6 mm nuts, then remove the VSA modulator-control unit with bracket (E) from the body.
  4. Remove the three 6 mm bolts, then separate the VSA modulator-control unit from the bracket.
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