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Brake Master Cylinder And Brake Booster: Notes

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MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Item Specification
High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM-1 (Canada CPM-1) ESA-M6C25-A
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: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. 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.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled with DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
  1. Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer toINTAKE AIR, FUEL CHARGING, & ENGINE ELECTRONICS
  3. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    PARTS REMOVAL STEPS

    Part Steps
    Brake master cylinder 1-5
    Brake fluid reservoir 17-20
    Brake booster 4-14
    Brake pressure switch 1, 16
    Brake fluid level switch 2, 20
    Brake pedal travel switch 13, 15
    Fig 1: Brake Master Cylinder And Brake Booster Components Removal Sequence
    G03243665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  5. Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING .
  6. Inspect the brake system for proper operation.
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