Removal and Installation

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

Remove the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .

Vehicles with 3.5L and 3.7L engines

Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) and ACL outlet tube. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .

All vehicles

NOTE: The brake booster check valve must be disconnected (prior to removing the master cylinder) or the master cylinder seal may be drawn into the brake booster.

Disconnect the brake booster check valve from the booster to deplete the residual vacuum in the brake booster.
Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
Disconnect the master cylinder brake tube fittings, plug the brake tubes and the brake master cylinder ports.
- To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
Remove the 2 brake master cylinder nuts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Remove the brake master cylinder and reservoir.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the master cylinder. For additional information, refer to Component Bleeding in BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .