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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline

  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.9 L6 GAS, CID:300, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:300, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.8 V8 GAS, CID:351, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:351, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:302, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:302, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.9 L6 GAS, CID:300, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:300, Engine VIN:, Desg:Y
  • 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.8 V8 GAS, CID:351, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:351, Engine VIN:, Desg:H

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1992 -> Hydro-Boost Leak Test -> Performance Check -> Reserve Retention Check
Vehicle: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.9 L6 GAS

Normal Hydro-Boost units will produce certain noises that current technology cannot correct. These noises occur when brake pedal is manipulated in a manner not associated with everyday braking habits. Normal operating noise can be a hissing, clunk, click or a chatter.

If above normal pedal efforts are applied, the Hydro-Boost unit will emit hissing noises. These noises will be particularly noticeable with the vehicle motionless and will increase in intensity as pedal efforts increase and system operating temperatures increase. Loud hissing noises at or below normal pedal effo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 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: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.9 L6 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 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger -> Brake Bleeding -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 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 thickness of ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.9 L6 GAS

The single and tandem vacuum boosters are self contained vacuum hydraulic power braking units. These are vacuum suspended units that use vacuum and atmospheric pressure for their power.

On gasoline engine vehicles, vacuum is supplied through a fitting in the intake manifold. On diesel engine vehicles, vacuum is supplied through a vacuum pump.

The three basic elements of the booster are the vacuum power chamber, mechanically actuated booster check va...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description -> Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger -> Bronco, E-150 & F-150 -> E-250-350, F-250-350 & F-Super Duty, Front -> F-Super Duty, Rear -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.8 V8 GAS

Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger

These models use a pin sliding caliper type system, Fig. , in which the caliper slides on two pins attached to the spindle assembly.

Bronco, E-150 & F-150

These models use the LD (Light Duty) pin rail sliding caliper type system, Fig. , in which the single piston caliper slides on two pins attaching the caliper to the spindle assembly.

E-250-350, F-250-350 & F-Super Duty, Front

These models use the HD (Heavy Duty) pin rail sliding caliper type system, Fig. ,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Precautions -> Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger -> Brake Bleeding -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Linings -> Brake Roughness -> Caliper Inspection -> General Precautions
Vehicle: 1996 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.0 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 thickness of ...

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