1997 Ford Expedition Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Ford Expedition

  • 1997 Ford Expedition 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 1997 Ford Expedition 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 GAS, CID:330, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:330, Engine VIN:, Desg:L

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replacement -> Aerostar -> Dana -> E-Series -> Escape -> Expedition, Navigator, F-150 & F-250LD -> Explorer, Mountaineer & Ranger -> F-Super Duty Series -> Ford -> Front -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal -> Windstar & Villager
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 4.6 V8 GAS

Aerostar

Removal
  • Remove sufficient brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove disc brake caliper as outlined in "Caliper Service".
  • On models equipped with 2WD, remove hub grease cap, cotter pin, nut retainer, hub spindle nut and front outer wheel bearing washer, then remove outer wheel bearing.
  • On all models, remove front disc brake hub and rotor.
  • On models equipped with 4WD, remove hub as outlined under "Halfshaft, Replace," in "All Wheel Drive System."
Installation
  • On models equipped with 2WD, install front disc brake ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Aerostar -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> E-Series, F-250HD, F-350 & F-Super Duty -> Escape -> Excursion -> Expedition, Explorer, Explorer Sport & Sport/Trac, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer & Navigator -> Installation -> Master Cylinder -> Ranger -> Removal -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Aerostar

Use care when removing the brake master cylinder to avoid scratching the exposed primary piston.

  • Disconnect wiring harness from low fluid level warning switch in master cylinder reservoir, then the low fluid warning switch from master cylinder.
  • Disconnect brake pressure differential valve warning lamp switch from combination valve, then the front and rear brake tubes from master cylinder.
  • Remove nuts attaching master cylinder and booster bracket holder to power brake booster.
  • Discard fluid from master cylinder, allowing fluid to pour through reservoir fi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-150, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 GAS

Removal

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If brake drum will not come off, proceed as follows:
    • Remove rubber plug from adjuster hole.
    • Insert suitable screwdriver and brake adjustment tool No. D81L-1103-C, or equivalent.
    • Disconnect brake shoe adjusting lever and loosen brake adjuster screw .
  • Inspect wheel cylinders for signs of leakage. If evidence of leakage is present, service cylinders as required.
  • Install brake cylinder clamp tool No. D81L-1103-B, or equivalent, over ends of wheel cylinder.
  • Disconnect adjusting lever from adjusting screw...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> E-Series, Excursion, Expedition, Explorer, F-150/250LD, F-Super Duty Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger (4WABS) -> System Service -> 1997 -> 1997 Ranger -> 1998-2001 -> 1998-2001 Ranger -> ABS Control Module -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> E-Series -> E-Series, Excursion, Expedition, F-150, F-250HD, F-Super Duty Series & Navigator -> Except 1997 Ranger -> Expedition, F-150, F-250LD & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> F-Super Duty Series & Excursion -> Front -> G-Switch -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Ranger -> Rear -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Except 1997 Ranger

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for bleeding procedure.

1997 Ranger

Perform this procedure only if the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) has been replaced.

  • Perform conventional brake system bleed procedure.
  • Connect bleeder box tool No. T90T-50-ALA and brake jumper cable tool No. T93T-50-ALA, or equivalents.
  • Press down on brake pedal and depress "VALVES" button on bleeder box. Pedal will fall.
  • Release "VALVES" button, then release the brake pedal.
  • Repeat preceding two steps.
  • Depress "MOTOR START" button and let pump motor run for one minute.
  • Perform conventional b...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Master Cylinder Pushrod
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder Pushrod

Refer to "Adjustments" ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Expedition AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-150, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Expedition 5.4 V8 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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