Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Acura CSX Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
ABS Modulator-Control Unit Removal and Installation: Installation
- Install the ABS modulator-control unit on the brackets.
- Install the bracket with the ABS modulator-control unit to the body.
- Reconnect the six brake lines, then tighten the flare nuts to the specified torque.
- Align the connecting surface of the ABS modulator-control unit 25P connector to the ABS modulator-control unit.
- Lower the lock of the ABS modulator-control unit 25P connector, then confirm the connector is fully seated.
- Bleed the brake system (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
- Start the engine, and check that the ABS indicator goes off.
- Test-drive the vehicle, and check that the ABS indicator does not come on.
NOTE:
If the brake pedal is spongy, there maybe air trapped in the modulator and then induced into the normal brake system during modulation. Bleed the brake system again (see
BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING
).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.