1990 Ford Ranger Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Ford Ranger

  • 1990 Ford Ranger 2.3 L4 GAS, CID:140, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:140, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1990 Ford Ranger 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1990 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6 GAS, CID:177, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:177, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS, CID:140, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:140, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1990 Ford Ranger Super 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X
  • 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.9 V6 GAS, CID:177, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:177, Engine VIN:, Desg:T

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS, FORD -> DESCRIPTION -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVES -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> MASTER CYLINDER
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS

MASTER CYLINDER

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVES

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, FORD -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> 1990-91 Models -> COMPUTER MODULE -> EXCITER RING -> REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (RABS) VALVE -> REAR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM SENSOR
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS

All components are serviced as assemblies and should not be disassembled.

COMPUTER MODULE

1990-91 Models
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • On all models, disconnect wiring harness from RABS module.
  • On Bronco II, Ranger and Explorer models, remove module to instrument panel retaining screws behind center of instrument panel.
  • On Aerostar models, remove module to instrument panel anti-skid plate retaining screws on lefthand side of engine cover under instrument panel.
  • On E-Series models, remove parking brake actuator assembly as follows:
    • Loosen adjusting nut at equalizer.
    • From inside e...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, FORD -> General Information -> SERVICE PRECAUTIONS -> BLEEDING DISC BRAKES -> BRAKE DISC SERVICE -> BRAKE LININGS -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS -> GENERAL PRECAUTIONS -> INSPECTION OF CALIPER
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6 GAS

BRAKE LININGS

Remove both front wheels and inspect the brake discs, calipers and linings. (Wheel bearings should be inspected at this time and repacked if necessary).

Do not get any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that both front wheel sets be replaced whenever a respective shoe and lining is worn or damaged. Inspect and, if necessary, replace rear brake linings also.

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

BRAKE ROUGHNESS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thick...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, FORD -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> HYDRA-BOOST LEAK TEST -> PERFORMANCE CHECK -> RESERVE RETENTION CHECK
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.9 V6 GAS

Normal hydro-boost units will produce certain noises that current technology cannot correct. These noises occur when brake pedal is manipulated in a manner not associated with everyday braking habits. Normal operating noise can be a hissing, clunk, click or a chatter.

If above normal pedal efforts are applied, the hydra-boost unit will emit hissing noises. These noises will be particularly noticeable with the vehicle motionless and will increase in intensity as pedal efforts increase and system operating temperatures increase. Loud hissing noises at or below normal pedal effo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, FORD -> Ford Sliding Calipers -> DESCRIPTION
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger 2.3 L4 GAS

These assemblies consist of a caliper housing, bleeder screw, brake pads, mounting hardware, a single or dual piston, square cut seals and molded rubber dust boots. The rail slider-type calipe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Ford Ranger AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Ford Ranger cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, FORD -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> BRAKE BOOSTER SERVICE -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Ranger Super 2.3 L4 GAS

The hydra-boost power brake booster is serviced as a unit.

REMOVAL

  • With engine off, depress brake pedal several times to discharge the accumulator.
  • Remove master cylinder from brake booster and position up and out of the way. Do not apply booster with master cylinder removed.
  • Disconnect three hydraulic lines from booster, then disconnect input pushrod from brake pedal assembly, Fig. .
  • Remove booster mounting nuts, then remove booster from vehicle. Do not carry booster by the accumulator and be careful not to drop booster on the accumulator. The snap ring on the accumulator shou...

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