1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline

  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.9 L6 GAS, CID:300, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:300, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.8 V8 GAS, CID:351, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:351, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.9 L6 GAS, CID:300, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:300, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.8 V8 GAS, CID:351, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:351, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Super 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Super 4.9 L6 GAS, CID:300, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:300, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Super 5.8 V8 GAS, CID:351, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:351, Engine VIN:, Desg:H

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 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: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0 V8 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 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, FORD -> General Information -> TROUBLESHOOTING -> BRAKE RATTLE -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR CHATTER; PEDAL PUMPING -> CALIPER BRAKE FLUID LEAK -> EXCESSIVE PEDAL EFFORT -> EXCESSIVE PEDAL TRAVEL -> HEAVY BRAKE DRAG -> NO BRAKING EFFECT WHEN PEDAL IS DEPRESSED -> PULL, UNEVEN OR GRABBING BRAKES -> REAR BRAKES LOCKING ON APPLICATION
Vehicle: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.9 L6 GAS

EXCESSIVE PEDAL TRAVEL

  • Worn brake lining.
  • Shoe and lining knock back after cornering or rough road travel.
  • Piston and shoe and lining assembly not properly seated or positioned.
  • Air leak or insufficient fluid in system or caliper.
  • Loose wheel bearing adjustment.
  • Damaged or worn caliper piston seal.
  • Improper booster pushrod adjustment.
  • Shoe out of flat more than .005 inch.
  • Rear brake automatic adjusters inoperative.
  • Improperly ground rear brake shoe and lining assemblies.

BRAKE ROUGHNESS OR CHATTER; PEDAL PUMPING

  • Excessive lateral runout of rotor.
  • Rotor excessively out of parallel.

EXCESSIVE P...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 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: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Super 5.8 V8 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 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, FORD -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> ACCESSING FLASHOUT CODES -> Anti-Lock Brake System (Yellow) Warning Lamp -> Brake System (Red) Warning Lamp -> DIAGNOSTIC CODES -> INSTRUMENTATION CHECKS -> SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS -> TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION
Vehicle: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.8 V8 GAS

SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Refer to system component locations, Figs. through , whenever diagnosis is required. Always disconnect the battery ground cable whenever checking resistance values within the system.

INSTRUMENTATION CHECKS

Brake System (Red) Warning Lamp

To check brake system warning lamp, turn ignition key to the Start position. The red warning lamp should glow momentarily. The warning lamp will also illuminate if the parking brake mechanism is not fully released. If warning lamp fails to glow, service of the electrical system is indicated. If warning lamp illu...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, FORD -> SYSTEM SELF-TEST FEATURE
Vehicle: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline Super 4.9 L6 GAS

Two warning lamps are located on the instrument panel to alert the driver to a system malfunction. The red brake warning lamp is used to indicate conventional brake system malfunctions such as low fluid level, parking brake applied and low vacuum conditions (diesel engines only). The yellow anti-lock system warning lamp is used to indicate proper warning lamp circuit operation (2 second illumination with ignition On or engine cranking). If yellow lamp comes on while vehicle is being driven, it is alerting the driver of an anti-lock system malfunction and yellow lamp can...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, FORD -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> PUSHROD ADJUSTMENT
Vehicle: 1991 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0 V8 GAS

To check adjustment of pushrod, fabricate a gauge and position it against master cylinder mounting ...

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