VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDC-CM & H/U): Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the VDCCM&H/U bracket.
Tightening torque:

33 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)
Install the VDCCM&H/U with a new nut (Part No. 023506000) by aligning the damper groove of the VDCCM&H/U to the bracket side claw.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Locating VDCCM & H/U Nuts
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Connect the brake pipes to their correct VDCCM&H/U positions.
Tightening torque:

T1: 15 N.m (1.53 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)

T2: 19 N.m (1.94 kgf-m, 14 ft-lb)

Fig 2: Brake Pipes Nuts With Torque Specification
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Connect the VDCCM&H/U connector.
NOTE:
- Be sure to remove all foreign matter from inside the connector before connecting.
- Make sure the VDCCM&H/U connector is securely locked.
Bleed air from the brake system. < Ref. to PROCEDURE , Air Bleeding. >
Check the parameter to confirm that the applied models and grades of the relevant vehicle are included. < Ref. to PARAMETER CHECK , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor. >
If the applied model and grade of the target vehicle are not included on the {Confirm on parameter} display screen, perform parameter selection and registration. < Ref. to PARAMETER SELECTION , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor. >
NOTE:
- When the VDCCM&H/U is replaced with a new part, be sure to perform the selection. registration operation.
- For the selection and registration of parameter, the Subaru Select Monitor is required.
- When the registration has not been performed, the DTC code "Parameter selection error" is detected together with the ABS/EBD/VDC warning light illumination.