1991 Ford Probe Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1991 Ford Probe

  • 1991 Ford Probe GL 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:133, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:133, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 1991 Ford Probe GT 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:133, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:133, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
  • 1991 Ford Probe LX 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

HYDRAULIC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> HYDRAULIC TUBING -> DOUBLE FLARE/INVERTED SEAT
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe LX 3.0 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 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> General Information -> BRAKE DISC SERVICE -> BLEEDING DISC BRAKES -> BRAKE ROUGHNESS
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe GL 2.2 L4 GAS

Servicing of disc brakes is extremely critical due to the close tolerances required in machining the brake disc to insure proper brake operation.

The maintenance of these close controls of the shape of the rubbing surfaces is necessary to prevent brake roughness. In addition, the surface finish must be non-directional and maintained at a micro inch finish. This close control of the rubbing surface finish is necessary to avoid pulls and erratic performance and promote long lining life and equal lining wear of both left and right brakes.

In light of the foregoing remarks, refinis...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> OPERATION -> CAPRI & PROBE -> CONTINENTAL/MARK VII & THUNDERBIRD -> TRACER & 1991 ESCORT
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe LX 3.0 V6 GAS

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...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> REAR DISC BRAKE SERVICE -> Assembly -> CALIPER OVERHAUL -> CALIPER, REPLACE -> CAPRI -> Cleaning & Inspection -> CONTINENTAL & THUNDERBIRD -> Disassembly -> DISC BRAKE PAD, REPLACE -> DISC BRAKE PADS, REPLACE -> Inspection -> Installation -> MARK VII -> PARKING BRAKE, ADJUST -> PROBE -> Removal -> SABLE & TAURUS -> SCORPIO -> TRACER & 1991 ESCORT
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe GL 2.2 L4 GAS

After performing any service work, obtain a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.

MARK VII

CALIPER, REPLACE
Removal
  • Raise vehicle and support on safety stands, then remove tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Disconnect fitting on rear brake tube from hose end fitting at frame mounted bracket and plug end of brake tube to prevent loss of fluid and entry of dirt. Remove horse shoe retaining clip from hose fitting and disengage hose from bracket.
  • Disconnect parking cable from lever,Fig. , using care to avoid kinking or cutting cable or return spring, then remove retaining screw from cal...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> Assembly -> BENDIX, TEVES & DOUBLE DIAPHRAGM BOOSTER -> Disassembly -> SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BOOSTER
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe LX 3.0 V6 GAS

BENDIX, TEVES & DOUBLE DIAPHRAGM BOOSTER

On Bendix, Teves and Double Diaphragm Booster type power brake units, overhaul is not required. If it has been determined that the brake booster is defective, replace power brake unit as an assembly. In some instances, the only service required is replacement of the check valve and grommet and pushrod adjustment.

SINGLE DIAPHRAGM BOOSTER

Disassembly
  • Remove brake booster from vehicle.
  • Place front shell of booster in a vise.
  • Remove clevis from valve rod and plunger assembly.
  • Remove dust boot from rear shell,Fig. , then place alignment marks on fron...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Ford Probe AUTOMOBILES

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

DRUM BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Type 7 -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Probe GL 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly, then the grease cap.
  • Using a suitable chisel, raise staked portion of wheel bearing locknut.
  • Remove rear bearing locknut. To do so, turn the locknut at the lefthand rear wheel bearing counterclockwise and the locknut at the righthand rear wheel bearing clockwise.
  • Remove outer wheel bearing,...

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