1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.2 V6 GAS, CID:256, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:256, Engine VIN:, Desg:2
  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline 5.4 V8 GAS, CID:330, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:330, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.2 V6 GAS, CID:256, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:256, Engine VIN:, Desg:2
  • 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.4 V8 GAS, CID:330, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:330, Engine VIN:, Desg:L

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> System Service -> 1997 F-250HD & F-350 -> Aerostar -> Aerostar & 1997 Ranger -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> E-Series -> Except Aerostar & 1997 Ranger -> F-150 & F-250LD -> F-Super Duty Series -> Installation -> RABS Module -> Ranger -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor -> Removal -> Speed Sensor Ring
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.2 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Aerostar & 1997 Ranger

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 moto...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> E-Series, Excursion, Expedition, Explorer, F-150/250LD, F-Super Duty Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger (4WABS) -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Handling
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.6 V8 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 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> 1997 -> 1999-2001 -> Aerostar -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Disassemble -> E-150 -> Escape -> Expedition, Navigator, E-250, E-350, F-250HD, F-350, F-Super Duty, F-150 & F-250LD -> Expedition, Navigator, E-Series, F-150 & F-250LD -> Explorer, Mountaineer & Ranger -> F-250HD, F-350, E-Super Duty & F-Super Duty Series -> Front -> Inspection -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replacement -> Villager -> Villager & Windstar -> Windstar
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.2 V6 GAS

Replacement

Aerostar
  • Remove and discard a portion of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Use an eight inch c-clamp to move piston back into its bore as follows:
    • Place head of c-clamp against caliper and screw end of c-clamp against outer pad below spring clip.
    • Tighten c-clamp until torque buttons just clear caliper (approximately 1/8 inch). Remove c-clamp.
  • Clean excess dirt from around pin tabs, then use caliper pin remover tool No. D89T-2196-A, or equivalent, and light hammer to drive caliper pin from caliper as follows:
    • Po...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline 4.2 V6 GAS

The Bendix vacuum brake booster unit is se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Description -> Component Locations -> Operation -> System Self-Test
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 5.4 V8 GAS

Operation

The rear anti-lock brake system monitors rear wheel speed through a rear axle mounted sensor. If a lockup condition begins to develop, the ABS control module will control hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes, inhibiting wheel lockup.

Component Locations

Refer to Figs. through for RABS component locations.

System Self-Test

The ABS control module performs system tests during vehicle start-up and normal operation. The ABS valve assembly, sensor and fluid level circuits are monit...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1997 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 4.6 V8 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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