Brake Actuator Assembly (W/VSC): Replacement

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Replacement
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  1. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID 
    NOTE: Wash brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surface. 
  2. DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL 
  3. REMOVE BRAKE ACTUATOR WITH BRACKET 
    1. Using SST, disconnect the 6 brake tubes from the actuator with bracket.

      SST 09023-00100

      Fig 1: Disconnecting Brake Tubes From Actuator
      G03552184Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Use tags or make a memo to identify the reconnection points.
      Fig 2: Identifying Reconnection Points
      G03552185Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Pull the lock lever upward.
      Fig 3: Pulling Lock Lever Upward
      G03552186Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Disconnect the actuator connector.
    5. Remove the 3 bolts and the actuator with bracket.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the brake tubes and wire harness. 
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