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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Ford Escort
- 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
- 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
- 1997 Ford Escort Sport 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> 1997-98 -> Aspire -> Contour & Mystique -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Except Aspire, Contour, Escort, Mystique, Probe, Tracer, ZX2 & 1997-98 Mustang Cobra, -> Inspection -> Installation -> Mustang Cobra -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort Sport 2.0 L4 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, Contour, Escort, Mystique, Probe, Tracer, ZX2 & 1997-98 Mustang Cobra,
Removal
- Remove brake fluid until reservoir is half full.
- On Town Car and 1997-98 Continental, turn air suspension service switch (if equipped) to Off.
- On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove two calip...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Aspire, Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Precautions -> Hydraulic Brake Fluid Color
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS
Hydraulic Brake Fluid Color
Hydraulic brake fluid must conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 116. Under this standard, brake fluids are visually different from other automotive fluids such as transmission, power steering and engine.
Fluid color in a normal brake system may vary from its original color for many reasons. A brake master cylinder may show significantly different shades fluid color between the two brake master cylinder reservoirs. Color may also appear to vary between cast steel and die cast aluminum reservoirs. Some reasons for discolorati...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Installation -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS
Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang
Removal
- Remove rear disc brake caliper assembly as described under " Caliper Service." Do not disconnect flexible hose unless caliper requires service. Support caliper with wire or tie strap so flexible hose is not stretched or twisted.
- Remove rear disc support bracket to wheel knuckle bolts, then the rear disc support bracket and brake shoes and linings.
- Remove two nuts, then the rotor from rear hub.
Installation
- If installing new rotor, remove protective coating from rotor with suitable carburetor cleaner.
- Lub...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> 1997-98 -> Aspire -> Contour & Mystique -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Except Aspire, Contour, Escort, Mystique, Probe, Tracer, ZX2 & 1997-98 Mustang Cobra, -> Inspection -> Installation -> Mustang Cobra -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 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, Contour, Escort, Mystique, Probe, Tracer, ZX2 & 1997-98 Mustang Cobra,
Removal
- Remove brake fluid until reservoir is half full.
- On Town Car and 1997-98 Continental, turn air suspension service switch (if equipped) to Off.
- On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove two calip...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 2 -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Flush
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS
Whenever new brake components are installed in the hydraulic system, it is recommended that the entire hydraulic system be thoroughly flushed with clean brake fluid.
It may sometime become necessary to flush out the system due to the presence of mineral oil, kerosene, gasoline, etc., which will cause swelling of rubber piston cups and valves and render them inoperative.
Flushing is performed at ...
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