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  • 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
  • 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:S

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 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 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car -> Troubleshooting -> Pre-Test Checks
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Pre-Test Checks

  • Verify parking brake is completely released. If parking brake is applied, "Brake" lamp will be illuminated.
  • Check brake fluid. As fluid level drops, red "Brake" lamp will illuminate. If fluid level continues to fall, amber "Check Anti-Lock Brake" lamp will illuminate and anti-lock function will be inhibited.
  • Verify all of the following connectors are properly connected and in good operating condition:
    • 55-pin connector of the computer module.
    • 19-pin co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Type 3 -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Inspect components for damage and unusual wear. Replace as necessary.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders. Boots which are torn, cut, or heat damaged indicate need for wheel cylinder replacement. Fluid spilling from boot center hole, or wetness around wheel cylinder ends indicates cup leakage and need for wheel cylinder replacement. A small amount of fluid is always present and is considered normal, acting as lubr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Disassemble -> Escort, Probe, Tracer & ZX2 -> Inspection -> Installation -> Overhaul -> Removal -> Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Replace
Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang
Removal
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Disconnect brake hose from caliper assembly.
  • Remove retaining clip, then disconnect parking brake cable from lever arm.
  • Using open end wrench to hold slider pin in position, remove pinch bolts, Fig. .
  • Lift caliper assembly from anchor plate, then remove slider pins and boots.
Installation
  • Apply suitable silicone dielectric compound to slider pins and inside of boots.
  • Place slider pins and boots on anchor plate, then position ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort, Probe, Tracer & ZX2 -> Installation -> Removal -> Replacement
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake system power booster 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.

After performing any service work, obtain a firm brake pedal before moving the vehicle.

Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang
Removal

On models with air suspension, turn service switch Off before beginning repairs.

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bra...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1997 -> 1997-98 w/Hydro-Boost System -> 1997-98 w/Vacuum Type System -> 1998 -> Aspire -> Continental -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort, Probe, Tracer & ZX2 -> Mark VIII -> Mustang -> Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace -> Sable & Taurus -> Thunderbird & 1997 Cougar
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

On Vehicles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes Refer To "Anti-Lock Brakes".

Power Booster, Replace
Aspire

Pump brake pedal several times to exhaust any vacuum in the booster.

  • Remove master cylinder as described in the "Hydraulic Brake Systems".
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
  • From under instrument panel, remove brake pedal clevis pin, then detach pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Remove power brake unit attaching nuts, then remove power brake unit.
  • Reverse procedure to install noting the following:
    • Ensure proper clearance between pushrod and master cylinder exists as described und...

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