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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014LEGACY 2.5I, AUTOMATIC CVT TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLVEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL SYSTEMVDC CONTROL MODULE AND HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (VDCCM&H/U)INSTALLATIONMODELS WITH EYESIGHT
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT Trans
MODELS WITH EyeSight
2014 Subaru Legacy 2.5i, Automatic CVT TransSECTION MODELS WITH EyeSight
CAUTION:
- When the VDCCM&H/U components are removed, be sure to perform the installation according to the following procedures to prevent fluid leakage.
- When installing the VDCCM&H/U to the bracket, make sure that there is no oil adhered to the bolts and the threads of VDCCM&H/U. If the oil is adhered, degrease it carefully before tightening.
- Be careful not to deform the bracket for hose assembly.
- Connect the VDCCM&H/U connector securely.
- Install the VDCCM&H/U.NOTE: Refer to the following figure for tightening torque.
- Set the VDCCM&H/U (a) to the bracket (b).
- Set the hose assembly (c) to the bracket (b).
- Set pipe A (d) and pipe B (e), and temporarily tighten the flare nuts.
- Tighten the VDCCM&H/U (a) and bracket (b).
- Tighten the hose assembly (c) and bracket (b).
- Tighten pipe A (d) and pipe B (e).
- Set the center pipes (f) to hose assembly (c), and temporarily tighten the flare nuts.
- Install the hose assembly (c) to the vehicle body.
- Tighten the flare nuts of the center pipes (f).
- Install the brake pipes (g).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.