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.
Hydraulic Unit With Control Module, Removing And Installing: Installing
Install in reverse order of removal while noting the following:
Do not remove sealing plugs at new hydraulic unit until the corresponding brake line is about to be installed.
If the sealing plugs are removed too early, brake fluid can escape and unit may not be sufficiently filled or adequately bled.
-- Attach the bracket to the hydraulic unit.
Audi RS-6/RS-7:
-- Install bracket -1- and tighten -arrows- to 10 Nm.
Continuation for all vehicles:
-- Install the hydraulic unit and control module into the bracket in the vehicle.
-- Remove the plugs from the new hydraulic unit.
-- Install all the brake lines.
-- Tighten all the brake lines.
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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.
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