Disassembly and Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
- Remove the rear wheel cylinder. For additional information, refer to WHEEL CYLINDER .
- Remove the bleeder screw cap.
- Remove the bleeder screw.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Remove the 2 dust boots.
- Remove the 2 pistons.
- Remove the 2 piston seals.
- To install, lubricate the piston seals with clean brake fluid.
- Remove the spring.
- To assemble, reverse the disassembly procedure.
NOTE:
Inspect the wheel cylinder bore for excessive wear, corrosion, or pitting. If any of these conditions exist, a new wheel cylinder must be installed.