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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

Bleed primary and secondary hydraulic brake systems separately, bleeding the longest line first on each system. Do not allow reservoir to run dry during bleeding operation. Never reuse fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.

  • Loosen master cylinder to hydraulic line nuts and wrap shop cloths around tubing below fitting to absorb escaping brake fluid.
  • Depress brake pedal slowly forcing air trapped in master cylinder out at fitting.
  • Hold pedal down and tighten fittings, then release brake pedal. Releasing brake pedal before fittings are tightened will allow air to en...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-96 Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> System Service -> Aerostar -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> E-Series -> F-Series -> Installation -> RABS II Module -> Ranger -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Removal -> Speed Sensor Ring
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

The RABS II master cylinder and hydraulic control unit must be bled using anti-lock brake adapter tool No. T90P-50-ALA and jumper tool No. T93T-50-ALA, or equivalents. If this procedure is not followed, air will be trapped in the hydraulic control unit and will contribute to improper brake pedal feel.

Bleed system as follows:

  • Place bleed/harness switch on bleed adapter tool to bleed position.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position. At this point, the red OFF indicator should turn on.
  • Push motor button on the adapter down. This starts the pump motor.
  • The red OFF indicato...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-96 Bronco & Explorer & 1994-96 E-Series (4ABS) -> System Service -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Control Unit (ECU) -> Except Explorer w/5.0L/V8-302 Engine -> Explorer w/5.0L/V8-302 Engine -> Front Speed Sensor Ring -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Installation -> Rear Speed Sensor Ring -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Removal
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Perform this procedure only if the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) has been replaced.

  • Perform conventional brake system bleed procedure. Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" section.
  • Connect bleeder box tool No. T90T-50-ALA and brake jumper cable tool No. T93T-50-ALA, or equivalents.
  • Press down on brake pedal and depress "VALVES" button on bleeder box. Pedal will fall.
  • Release "VALVES" button, then release the brake pedal.
  • Repeat preceding two steps.
  • Depress "MOTOR START" button and let pump motor run for one minute.
  • Perform conventional brake system bleed procedure. Refer to "Hydra... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Aerostar, Bronco, Explorer, E-150, F-150 & Ranger -> Brake Service -> Explorer -> Installation -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> Removal
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

Removal

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If brake drum will not come off, remove rubber plug from adjuster hole and insert a screwdriver and brake adjustment tool No. D81L-1103-C, or equivalent, to disengage brake shoe adjusting lever and loosen brake adjuster screw .
  • Inspect wheel cylinders for signs of leakage. If evidence of leakage is present, service cylinders as necessary.
  • Install brake cylinder clamp tool No. D 81L-1103-B, or equivalent, over ends of wheel cylinder, then contract brake shoes as follows:
    • Disengage adjusting lever ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 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 1993 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1993 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Description
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

This brake booster is a hydraulically operated booster, receiving its power from the power steering system, Fig. . The power steering pump provides fluid pressure to operate both the brake booster and the power steering gear. This fluid pressure provides a variable power assist that is regulated by brake pedal applic...

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