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Special Tool(s)

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Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool - Parking Brake
G03200126Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: If a new electronic parking brake (EPB) module is installed it must be configured. Follow the diagnostic tool instructions for configuring the EPB module. For additional information, refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK .
NOTE: The electronic parking brake (EPB) system must be reset following the EPB system reset procedure if the battery has been discontinued. Refer to ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) RESETTING .
NOTE: The electronic parking brake (EPB) module is located above the subwoofer amplifier on the rear quarter panel reinforcement.
  1. To remove the electronic parking brake (EPB) module only, follow these steps:
    1. Disconnect the battery.
    2. Fold the LH side luggage compartment trim aside.
    3. Remove the components in the following order:
      • Nuts.
      • The electrical connector.
      • The electrical connector.
      • The electronic parking brake (EPB) module.
        Fig 2: Removing Electrical Connector And Electronic Parking Brake Module
        G03200127Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To remove the electronic parking brake (EPB) switch only, follow these steps:
    1. Disconnect the battery.
    2. Remove the parts in the following order:
      • The cup holder.
      • The electrical connector.
      • Screws (4 req'd).
      • The electronic parking brake (EPB) switch.
      Fig 3: Removing Cup Holder And Electronic Parking Brake Switch
      G03200128Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 
    PART REMOVING STEPS

    Part Steps
    Electronic Parking Brake Actuator Assembly 1, 4, 5, 9-11
    RH Parking Brake Cable and Conduit 1-3, 5, 8
    LH Parking Brake Cable and Conduit 1-3, 6, 7
  4. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 4: Removing Electronic Parking Brake Actuator And Parking Brake Cable
    G03200129Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 1: Parking Brake Cable End (RH/LH) Removal Note 

  1. Connect the diagnostic tool cable adapter into the vehicle data link connector (DLC) under the dash and follow the diagnostic tool instructions to slacken the electronic parking brake cables.

Items 2, 7 and 8: Parking Brake Cable And Conduit (RH/LH) Removal Note 

  1. Compress the conduit retaining prongs and remove the parking brake cable and conduit from the brake caliper and frame bracket.
    Fig 5: Removing Parking Brake Cable And Conduit
    G03200130Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 9: Electronic Parking Brake Actuator Assembly Connector Installation Note 

  1. Connect the electronic parking brake connector. Reset the system as follows:
    1. Turn the ignition switch ON without the engine running.
    2. Press the brake pedal.
      3. NOTE: The red brake warning lamp will illuminate for ten seconds and go out if the system is functioning correctly.
    3. If the system is not functioning correctly, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM  in this section for diagnosis and testing of the EPB system.

      Apply the parking brake. The electronic parking brake system is reset.

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