Control Module From Hydraulic Unit, Unfastening

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-- Set hydraulic unit with control module upward onto a clean, level surface.

-- Remove the inner Torx bolt from the control module.

-- Pull control module off from hydraulic unit -arrow- without angling.

Fig 1: Identifying Removal Of Control Module From Hydraulic Unit

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-- Carefully pull off all sealing rings from valve domes of hydraulic unit.

WARNING:

On a disconnected control module, circuit board is laid open.
No moisture or particles of dirt must penetrate in interior of control module.
Avoid build-up of static electricity!

-- Cover control module magnetic coils with a lint free cloth.

After separating the control module and hydraulic unit, use transport protection for valve body.