Removal And Installation
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 battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
- Using a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid from the remote reservoir.
- Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
- Disconnect the hose from the remote reservoir.
- Remove the 2 nuts and the remote reservoir.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Disconnect the brake fluid level switch harness from the brake fluid reservoir.
- Remove the reservoir pin bolt and the brake fluid reservoir.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).
- Remove and discard the 2 seals.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- If equipped with a manual transmission, bleed the clutch master cylinder. For additional information, refer to MANUAL TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH - GENERAL INFORMATION .
NOTE:
Install new seals. Lubricate the seals with clean, specified motor vehicle brake fluid.