Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford Pickup, 2011 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2011 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Hydro-Boost® shown in illustration, vacuum boost similar.
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PARTS DESCRIPTION CHART - DIESEL ENGINE
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | Brake fluid level switch electrical connector (part of 14A411) |
| 2 | 2C251 | Brake fluid level switch |
| 3 | 2140 | Brake master cylinder |
| 4 | - | Secondary brake tube fitting (part of 2C295) |
| 5 | - | Primary brake tube fitting (part of 2C294) |
| 6 | 382802 | Brake master cylinder nut (2 required) |
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.
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 serious personal injury.
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
- With the engine not running, relieve the vacuum in the brake booster by pressing and releasing the brake pedal a minimum of 5 times.
- Remove the secondary battery. For additional information, refer to Battery and Battery Tray - Exploded View, Secondary BATTERY, BATTERY MOUNTING SYSTEM & BATTERY CABLES .
- Remove the 6 battery tray / degas bottle bolts and position aside. For additional information, refer to Battery and Battery Tray - Exploded View, Secondary in BATTERY, BATTERY MOUNTING SYSTEM & BATTERY CABLES .
- Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
- If equipped, disconnect the trailer brake control transducer electrical connectors.
- Disconnect the brake tubes from the master cylinder.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Vehicles with vacuum boost
- Remove and discard the brake master cylinder nuts, then remove the brake master cylinder.NOTE: The brake master cylinder nuts are a torque-prevailing type and cannot be reused.
- To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
Vehicles with Hydro-Boost®
- Disconnect the power steering line from the power steering line bracket.
- Remove the power steering line bracket/master cylinder nut and position the bracket aside by first sliding it forward and then pivoting it to the side.NOTE: The brake master cylinder nuts are a torque-prevailing type and cannot be reused.
- Discard the nut.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Remove the remaining brake master cylinder nut and the brake master cylinder.NOTE: The brake master cylinder nuts are a torque-prevailing type and cannot be reused.
- Discard the nut.
- To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
All vehicles
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .