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- 1997 Mercury Tracer Trio 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
- 1997 Mercury Tracer LS 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer 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 Mercury Tracer Trio 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 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Type -> Brakes Grab -> Erratic Booster Operation, Binding, Grabbing Or Sticking -> Hard Pedal Or No Assist -> No Or Slow Release -> No Power Assist
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Tracer Trio 2.0 L4 GAS
On Vehicles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes Refer To "Anti-Lock Brakes".
Complaints about power brake operation should be handled as if two separate systems exist. Inspect for faults in the hydraulic system first. If it is satisfactory, start inspecting the power brake circuit. For a quick inspection of proper power unit operation, press the brake pedal firmly and then start the engine. The pedal should fall away slightly and less pressure should be needed to maintain the pedal in any position.
Another inspection begins with installation of a suitable pressure gauge in the brake hydr...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 2 -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Tracer Trio 2.0 L4 GAS
Parking Brake
- Start engine and move shift control selector lever into Reverse position.
- With vehicle moving in Reverse, press and release brake pedal several times.
- Move shift control selector lever into Park position, then stop engine.
- Position both front seats to rearmost position, then remove front console screws.
- Recline both front seats, then remove rear con...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer 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 Tracer LS 2.0 L4 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Tracer Trio 2.0 L4 GAS
Brake Roughness
If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. Measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from the edge of the disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch, replace ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mercury Tracer AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mercury Tracer cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Tracer Trio 2.0 L4 GAS
Master Cylinder Overhaul
Disassemble
- Clean outside of master cylinder thoroughly. Drain brake fluid from master cylinder.
- Remove stop bolt and pressure control valves, if equipped.
- Using a screwdriver, carefully pry up on reservoir and remove it from master cylinder body.
- Remove fluid control valve, if equipped.
- Depress primary piston and remove snap ring from retaining groove at open end of bore.
- Remove primary and secondary piston assemblies from master cylinder. If secondary piston does not come out, apply air pressure to secondary outlet port to remove.
Inspection
When disassembled...
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