Controller Antilock Brakes

2008 Jeep Commander Overland, 4WDSECTION Controller Antilock Brakes
CAUTION: When removing ABM from HCU, be sure to completely separate the two components (approximately 38 mm (1.5 in.) before removing ABM. Otherwise, damage to the pressure sensor or Pump Motor connection may result requiring HCU replacement. Do not to touch the sensor terminals on the HCU side or the contact pads on the ABM side as this may result in contamination and issues in the future.
  1. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery.
  2. Install a brake pedal prop rod.
  3. Siphon the master cylinder.
    Fig 1: HCU Lines & Components
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  4. Disconnect the HCU electrical connectors (5).
  5. Remove the primary brake line at the master cylinder.
  6. Remove the primary brake line from the HCU (4).
  7. Remove the secondary brake line at the master cylinder.
  8. Remove the secondary brake line at the HCU (4)
  9. Remove the 4 chassis lines (3) at the HCU (4).
    Fig 2: Identifying ABM/HCU Components
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  10. Remove the 1 mounting nut and 1 bolt holding the HCU bracket attachment to the vehicle.
  11. Remove the HCU (3) with the bracket (5) from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Antilock Brake Module & Hydraulic Control Unit
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    1 - ABM
    2 - HCU
  12. Remove the 3 ABM bolts securing the ABM (1) to the HCU (2).
    Fig 4: Antilock Brake Module & Hydraulic Control Unit
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  13. Separate the ABM (1) from the HCU (2).
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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