Component Bleeding

Component Bleeding






Master Cylinder

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.

WARNING: Do not allow the brake master cylinder to run dry during the bleeding operation. Master cylinder may be damaged if operated without fluid, resulting in degraded braking performance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: 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.

NOTE: When the brake master cylinder has been installed new or the system has been emptied or partially emptied, it must be primed to prevent air from entering the system.

1. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables Battery Tray.

2. Remove the battery ground cable bolt and position the cable aside.





3. Loosen the Battery Junction Box (BJB) mounting screw.





4. Press the locking tab, disconnect the BJB from the bracket and position the BJB aside.





5. NOTE: The brake tubes must be installed in the same position and orientation as removed.

Disconnect the brake tube fittings at the master cylinder. Loosen the master cylinder brake tube fittings at the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) to allow the brake tubes to move without being damaged.

6. Install short brake tubes onto the primary and secondary ports with the ends submerged in a container partially filled with clean, specified brake fluid.





7. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal until clear fluid flows from the brake tubes without air bubbles.

8. Remove the short brake tubes, and install the master cylinder brake tubes.
- Tighten the brake tube fittings to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).

9. Position the BJB and engage the locking tab.





10. Tighten the BJB mounting screw.





11. Position the battery ground cable and install the bolt.
- Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).





12. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery, Mounting and Cables Battery Tray.

13. Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Brake System Bleeding Brake System Bleeding.


Brake Caliper

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.

WARNING: Do not allow the brake master cylinder to run dry during the bleeding operation. Master cylinder may be damaged if operated without fluid, resulting in degraded braking performance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: 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.

NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system bleed if only the brake caliper was disconnected or installed new.

1. Remove the bleeder screw cap and place a box-end wrench on the bleeder screw. Attach a rubber drain hose to the bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the hose in a container partially filled with clean, specified brake fluid.





2. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.

3. Loosen the bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out. While the assistant maintains pressure on the brake pedal, tighten the bleeder screw.
- Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.

- Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.

4. Tighten the bleeder screw to specifications. Refer to Specifications. Remove the rubber hose and install the bleeder screw cap.





5. Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.


Wheel Cylinder

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.

WARNING: Do not allow the brake master cylinder to run dry during the bleeding operation. Master cylinder may be damaged if operated without fluid, resulting in degraded braking performance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: 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.

NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system bleed if only the wheel cylinder was disconnected or installed new.

1. Remove the bleeder screw cap and place a box-end wrench on the bleeder screw. Attach a rubber drain hose to the bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the hose in a container partially filled with clean, specified brake fluid.





2. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.

3. Loosen the bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out. While the assistant maintains pressure on the brake pedal, tighten the bleeder screw.
- Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.

- Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.

4. Tighten the bleeder screw to specifications. Refer to Specifications. Remove the rubber hose and install the bleeder screw cap.

5. Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.