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- 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
- 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:4
- 1995 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Disc Service
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6 V8 GAS
Disc brake service is extremely critical due to the close tolerances required in machining the brake disc to ensure proper brake operation.
Maintaining close control 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 is necessary to avoid pulls and erratic performance, and to promote long lining life and equal lining wear of both the lefthand and righthand brakes.
Do not attempt to refinish the rubbing surfaces unless precision equipment, ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1995 -> 1995-96 Continental -> 1996 -> Aspire -> Assemble -> Bendix, Teves & Tandem Diaphragm Booster -> Capri, Escort, Probe & Tracer -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Mark VIII & Thunderbird -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Disassemble -> Hydro-Boost System -> Mustang -> Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace -> Sable & Taurus -> Single Diaphragm Booster -> Vacuum Type System
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6 V8 GAS
Power Booster, Replace
Aspire
Pump brake pedal several times to exhaust any vacuum in the booster.
- Remove master cylinder as described in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
- Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
- From under instrument panel, remove brake pedal clevis pin, then detach pushrod from brake pedal.
- Remove power brake unit attaching nuts, then remove power brake unit.
- Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
- Ensure proper clearance between pushrod and master cylinder exists as described under "Adjustments."
- Bleed brakes as described in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
- Torqu...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Capri -> Escort & Tracer -> Except Capri, Escort, Sable, Taurus & Tracer -> Installation -> Master Cylinder -> Removal -> Sable & Taurus -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
Master Cylinder
Except Capri, Escort, Sable, Taurus & Tracer
- On models equipped with ABS, depress brake pedal several times to exhaust all vacuum in the system.
- On all models, disconnect brake lines from master cylinder, then all necessary electrical connectors.
- On models equipped with ABS, disconnect hydraulic control unit supply hose at master cylinder. Secure hose in a position to prevent brake fluid loss.
- On all models, remove nuts retaining master cylinder to brake booster.
- Remove master cylinder.
- Reverse procedure to install. After installation is complete, fill master cyli...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Cougar, Mark VIII & Thunderbird -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1995 -> 1996 -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Procedure -> On-Board Diagnostics -> Pinpoint Tests -> Quick Tests -> Warning Lamp Diagnosis -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6 V8 GAS
Warning Lamp Diagnosis
The anti-lock brake system uses two warning indicators to alert the driver of malfunctions in the system.
The red "Brake" warning lamp will come on for only two reasons:
- If brake fluid level in master cylinder reservoir falls below level determined by set point of fluid level switch.
- If parking brake is applied.
The amber "Check Anti-Lock Brake" lamp will come on for numerous reasons. It warns the driver the ABS has been turned off due to a symptom existing in the system. Normal power braking remains but the wheels may lock during a panic stop while the warning...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 5 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
Removal
- Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove brake drum.
- Install suitable wheel cylinder clamp over ends of wheel cylinder to retain pistons in bore.
- Disconnect parking brake cable from parking brake lever.
- Remove two brake shoe hold-down retainers, springs and pins, Fig. .
- Spread brake shoes over piston shoe guide slots, then lift shoes, springs and adjuster off backing plate as an assembly.
- Remove adjuster spring.
- Remove retracting springs to separate shoes.
- Remove parking brake lever retaining clip, spring and washer.
- Remove lever from pin.
Instal...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1995 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1995 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Aspire -> Capri -> Escort & Tracer -> Except Aspire, Capri, Escort, Mustang Cobra, Probe & Tracer -> Inspection -> Installation -> Mustang Cobra -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS
On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake hydraulic system must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition in the Off position.
Except Aspire, Capri, Escort, Mustang Cobra, Probe & Tracer
Removal
- Remove brake fluid until reservoir is half full.
- On Continental, Sable and Taurus, if equipped, turn air suspension service switch Off.
- On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove caliper locating pins.
- Lift caliper assembl...
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