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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Mercury Cougar
- 1990 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
- 1990 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRUM BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Type 9 -> BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS -> BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT -> BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL -> PARKING BRAKE
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS
BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT
- Run engine at normal operating condition.
- Measure the distance to the top center of the brake pedal pad.
- Free height should be approximately 7.35 inches.
- If brake pedal is not within specification, check the brake pedal, booster or master cylinder to ensure the correct parts are installed. Replace worn or damaged parts.
BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL
- With engine running in neutral or park position, block drive wheels, then release parking brake.
- Install brake pedal effort gauge No. 021-00001 or equivalent and check pedal travel, with 25 lbs. of pressure applied to brake p...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Cougar/Mark VII & Thunderbird -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> Bleeding System Using A Fully Charged Accumulator -> Brake Bleeding Less Pressure Bleeder -> Brake Bleeding w/Pressure Bleeder -> FRONT BRAKES -> HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR, CHECK & FILL -> REAR BRAKES -> SYSTEM BLEEDING -> SYSTEM DISCHARGE
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS
SYSTEM DISCHARGE
Before servicing any system component which contains high pressure, it is mandatory that the hydraulic pressure in the system be completely discharged. To discharge the system, turn ignition switch to Off position, then pump brake pedal a minimum of 20 times, until an increase in pedal force is clearly felt.
SYSTEM BLEEDING
FRONT BRAKES
The front brakes can be bled in the conventional manner or with brake bleeder tool No. 104-00064 or equivalent, with or without the accumulator being charged.
Brake Bleeding Less Pressure Bleeder
- Remove dust cap from the righthand ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
HYDRAULIC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> HYDRAULIC TUBING -> DOUBLE FLARE/INVERTED SEAT
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS
Never use copper tubing as a replacement for steel tubing. Copper tubing is subject to fatigue cracking and corrosion which could result in brake system
Steel tubing is used to conduct hydraulic pressure to the brakes. All fittings, tubing and hose should be inspected for rusted, damaged or defective flared seats. The tubing is equipped with a double flare/inverted seat or I.S.O. flare to insure more positive seating in the fitting. To repair or reflare tubing, proceed as follows:
DOUBLE FLARE/INVERTED SEAT
- Using the tool shown inFig. or equivalent, cut off the damaged seat or da...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
HYDRAULIC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> WHEEL CYLINDERS -> OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS
- Remove wheel, drum and brake shoes.
- Disconnect hydraulic line at wheel cylinder. Do not pull metal line away from cylinder as the cylinder connection will bend metal line and make installation difficult. Line will separate from cylinder when cylinder is moved away from brake backing plate.
- Remove screws holding cylinder to brake plate and remove cylinder.
OVERHAUL
- Referring toFig. as a guide, remove boots, pistons, springs and cups from cylinder.
- Place all parts, except cylinder casting in clean brake fluid. Wipe cylinder walls with clean brake fluid.
- Examine cylinder bore. A scored ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
HYDRAULIC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> FLUSHING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS
Whenever new brake components are installed in the hydraulic system, it is recommended that the entire hydraulic system be thoroughly flushed with clean brake fluid.
It may sometime become necessary to flush out the system due to the presence of mineral oil, kerosene, gasoline, etc., which will cause swelling of rubber piston cups and valves so they become inoperative. The procedure is as follows:
Flushing is ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> General Information -> INSPECTION
Vehicle: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS
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...
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