Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury.

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NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

All vehicles

Using a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid from the remote reservoir.
Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
2.5 Hybrid, 3.0L and 3.5L vehicles
Remove the lower cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Disconnect the hose from the remote reservoir.
Disconnect the brake fluid level switch harness from the brake fluid reservoir.

Fig 1: Locating Brake Fluid Level Switch Harness
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

All vehicles
Remove the brake fluid reservoir pin bolt and the brake fluid reservoir.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
Remove and discard the 2 brake fluid reservoir seals.

NOTE: Install new brake fluid reservoir seals. Lubricate the seals with clean, specified brake fluid.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
- If equipped with a manual transmission, bleed the clutch master cylinder. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION & CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION - FUSION & MKZ article.