1991 Mercury Capri Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1991 Mercury Capri

  • 1991 Mercury Capri 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1598, CID:98, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:98, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1991 Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1598, CID:98, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:98, Engine VIN:, Desg:6

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 L4 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 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Front Disc Brakes -> CALIPER -> 1989 Tracer -> 1991 Escort & Tracer -> Capri -> Except Capri, Festiva, Tracer, Scorpio, XR4Ti, Probe & 1991 Escort -> Festiva -> INSTALLATION -> Probe -> REMOVAL -> Scorpio & XR4Ti
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 L4 GAS

REMOVAL

Except Capri, Festiva, Tracer, Scorpio, XR4Ti, Probe & 1991 Escort

Before removing calipers, mark left and right hand calipers so they can be installed in the same position.

  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Loosen brake tube fitting which connects brake tube to fitting on frame and plug brake tube. Remove retaining clip from brake hose and bracket, then disconnect brake hose from caliper.
  • Remove caliper locating pins.
  • Lift caliper from rotor and spindle anchor plate assembly.On models equipped with phenolic caliper piston, do not pry directly ag...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> General Information -> INSPECTION
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Capri 1.6 L4 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Mercury Capri 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 Mercury Capri 1.6 L4 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 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> Front Disc Brakes -> BRAKE PADS -> 1989 Tracer -> 1991 Escort & Tracer -> Capri -> Except Capri, Festiva, Tracer, Scorpio, XR4Ti, Probe & 1991 Escort -> Festiva -> INSTALLATION -> Probe -> REMOVAL -> Scorpio & XR4Ti
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Capri 1.6 L4 GAS

REMOVAL

Except Capri, Festiva, Tracer, Scorpio, XR4Ti, Probe & 1991 Escort
  • Remove brake fluid until reservoir is half full.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove caliper locating pins.
  • Lift caliper assembly from adapter plate, then remove outer shoe from caliper assembly.On some models, slip shoe down caliper leg until clip is disengaged.
  • Remove inner shoe and lining assembly.On some models, pull shoe straight out of piston. This should require a force as high as 20-30 lbs.
  • Suspend caliper from inner fender housing with wire to avoid damaging brake ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Mercury Capri AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, FORD MOTOR CO. -> General Information -> INSPECTION
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 L4 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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