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Old 26-10-2012, 10:44 PM   #1
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Hi there Matt

Im going to relocate my ABS module and was wondering can I just empty out the brake system (drain all fluid) and move it to where I want and plumb it all back up or do I need to leave fluid in certain components??

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Old 27-10-2012, 12:16 PM   #2
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Hi there Matt

Im going to relocate my ABS module and was wondering can I just empty out the brake system (drain all fluid) and move it to where I want and plumb it all back up or do I need to leave fluid in certain components??

Not really but you may find it will take a while to bleed it through and get a good pedal as the abs systems can be tricky when bleeding them once dry.
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Old 28-10-2012, 12:03 AM   #3
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ok thanks mate, so it'll be fine to move around "dry" ??
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Old 28-10-2012, 12:05 AM   #4
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Also Can I blead the system with the engine off or dose it need to be running?? (was thinking of bleeding before doing the wiring)
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Old 28-10-2012, 09:41 AM   #5
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Default Re: relocating ABS module

Think you will find that you will need a scan tool to bleed it as I have found when changing other abs modules.
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Old 28-10-2012, 09:48 AM   #6
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scan tool?? for what???
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Old 28-10-2012, 09:49 AM   #7
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You will have to operate the valves in the abs module to bleed it.
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Old 29-10-2012, 12:27 PM   #8
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Default Re: relocating ABS module

I just spoke to a Ford technician and was told the only problem maybe resetting the brake warning switch once everything is re connected as the light should come on if it is disconnected.
Maybe contact Ford and speak to one of there mechanics and get a second opinion before you proceed.

PS. You may want to check the legality of moving the abs unit as well because this may also be a problem.
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Old 31-10-2012, 09:45 AM   #9
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Thanks guys I'll give ford a call if I run into trouble, I have a factory ford manual so that helps but I'm sure something will not go smoothly knowing my luck....
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Old 31-10-2012, 10:31 AM   #10
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Thanks guys I'll give ford a call if I run into trouble, I have a factory ford manual so that helps but I'm sure something will not go smoothly knowing my luck....
No worries i was told this morning by another Ford mechanic who actually rang here about something that all late model Fords do need scanning/calibrating if they run dry.
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