1996 Ford Windstar Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Ford Windstar

  • 1996 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
  • 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS, CID:232, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:232, Engine VIN:, Desg:4

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Windstar (4ABS) -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Handling
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS

Brake Fluid Handling

Brake fluid can cause serious injury and vehicle damage if not handled properly. Avoid ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Windstar (4ABS) -> System Service -> ABS Control Module -> Brake Sensors -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Front -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Rear
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for brake bleeding procedure.

Component Replacement

Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect 24-pin connector from ABS control module.
  • Disconnect 2-pin power and ground connector from ABS control module.
  • Remove two tubes from inlet ports and four tubes from outlet ports of HCU.
  • Remove three attaching bolts retaining EHCU assembly to mounting bracket, then lower EHCU assembly down and out of engine compartment.
  • Separate HCU from ABS control module by removing four torx head screws and disconnecting pump mot...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Villager & Windstar -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Drums

Any time brake drums are removed for brake service, braking surface diameter should be checked with a suitable micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced.

Minor scores should be removed with sa...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Windstar (4ABS) -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS

The four wheel anti-lock brake system prevents wheel lockup by automatically modulating brake pressure during an emergency stop. The system uses an ABS control module and a hydraulic control unit (HCU) to control both front and rear brakes separately. When the brakes are applied, fluid is forced from the brake master cylinder to the hydraulic control unit (HCU), then to the wheels. One circuit of the master cylinder feeds the left front and right rear brakes. The other circuit feeds the right front and left rear brakes. If the ABS control module senses that a wheel is about to lock,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Windstar 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 Windstar 3.8 V6 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 Windstar AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Windstar (4ABS) -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Procedures -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Drive Cycle Test -> System Pre-Check
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Diagnostic trouble codes can be retrieved from the ABS control module in the following manner:

  • Connect New Generation Star (NGS) Tester tool No. 007-00500, or equivalent, to 16-pin connector located under steering column.
  • Turn tester on and follow menus to perform ABS diagnostic trouble code retrieval.
  • Record all diagnostic trouble codes. System Pass indicates no diagnostic trouble codes are stored.
  • Refer to "Diagnostic Chart Tests" for appropriate test(s) to be performed.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

When specific diagnostic trouble codes...

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