1990 Ford Probe Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT, ADJUST

• Check distance from center of pedal pad to floor.
• Distance should be 8.74-8.94 inches.
• If adjustment is required, loosen stop lamp switch locknut.
• Rotate switch until pedal height is 8.74-8.94 inches.
• After adjustment, tighten switch locknut.

BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY, ADJUST

• If equipped with power brakes, depress pedal a few times in order eliminate the vacuum in the power booster.
• Depress brake pedal by hand, then check brake free play (until the valve plunger contacts the stopper plate, then resistance is felt). Free pla...

When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level, due to a chemical break down during use and a few precautions will minimize exposure.Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.

The brake shoe and lining assemblies should be replaced if the lining is ...

CONTINENTAL/MARK VII & THUNDERBIRD

Sliding caliper rear disc brakes are used on Continental, Mark VII & Thunderbird,Figs. and . The caliper is basically the same as the larger front wheel caliper, however, a parking brake mechanism and a larger inner brake shoe anti-rattle spring have been added.

The parking brake lever, located at the rear of the caliper, is actuated by a cable system similar to rear drum brake applications. When the parking brake is applied, the cable rotates the lever and operating shaft, driving the caliper piston and brake shoe assembly against the rotor. An autom...

HYDRAULIC ACTUATION UNIT

• Remove fuel and air filter assembly.
• Remove coil assembly, then disconnect wiring harness from bottom of coil and fuel filter mounting bracket.
• Remove coil and fuel filter mounting brackets.
• Disconnect three electrical connectors, then remove two banjo bolts and washers from brake lines at hydraulic actuation unit.
• Remove banjo bolts and washers from master cylinder, then disconnect brake lines between master cylinder and hydraulic actuation unit.Note routing of brake lines to ensure proper installation.
• Remove routing clip from brake lines. Using ...

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) functions by releasing and applying fluid pressure to wheel cylinders during braking, Fig. . During normal driving conditions the system does not function and has no effect on front to rear brake proportioning. When one or more wheels approaches a slip condition. The ABS automatically senses the slip and activates the pressure control function.

Through pre-programming, the control unit decides which wheel or wheel`s brakes pressures need modulation. The control unit sends appropriate signals to solenoid valves located in the actuation assembly. The co...

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, caliper and linings. The wheel bearings should be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary. Do not get any grease on the linings.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

Should it become necessary to remove the caliper for installation of new parts, clean all parts in alcohol, wipe dry using lint free cloths. Using an air hose, blow out drilled passages and bores. Check dust boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are evident, new boots should be installed upon re...