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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Continental, Sable & Taurus -> Precautions -> Hydraulic Brake Fluid Color
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 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 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, dis...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost System -> Operation -> Vacuum Assist Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS

Vacuum Assist Diaphragm Type

The vacuum assist diaphragm assembly multiplies the force exerted on the master cylinder piston in order to increase the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel cylinders while decreasing the effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

Vacuum assist units get their energy by opposing engine vacuum to atmospheric pressure. A piston, cylinder and flexible diaphragm utilize this energy to provide brake assistance. The diaphragm is balanced with engine vacuum until the brake pedal is depressed, allowing atmospheric pressure to unbalance the u...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1999 -> 1999-2002 -> 1999-2002 Cougar -> 2.0L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 2000 -> 2001-02 -> 2003 -> Continental -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Focus -> Hydro-Boost System -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Mustang -> Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace -> Removal -> Sable & Taurus -> Vacuum Type System
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS

Power Booster, Replace

Continental
  • Remove battery, then disconnect speed control actuator electrical connector.
  • Remove two retaining nuts and speed control actuator cable and position aside.
  • Remove two strut tower brace nuts and brace.
  • Remove windshield wiper motor, then rubber grommet from lower cowl panel.
  • Remove lower cowl panel nut and bolts, then lower cowl panel.
  • Disconnect power brake booster check valve, then master cylinder.
  • Remove retaining nut and evaporative emission canister purge valve.
  • Disconnect EVAP electrical connector, then vacuum hoses.
  • Remove instrument close...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Continental, Sable & Taurus -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1999 -> 2000-02 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Continental -> Diagnostic Procedure -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Pinpoint Tests -> Quick Checks -> Sable & Taurus -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS

Diagnostic Procedure

Ensure the following diagnosis procedures are used in the sequence and step-by-step order indicated. Following the wrong sequence or bypassing steps will only lead to unnecessary replacement of system components and/or incorrect resolution of the problem. The diagnostic procedure consists of five sub-tests: Pre-test Checks, On-Board Self-Tests, Manual Quick Tests, Warning Lamp Symptom Chart and the Diagnostic Tests.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

The anti-lock brake/traction assist electronic control module is capable of performing a self-test using New...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1999 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, calipers and linings. Inspect and repack wheel bearings if required.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

If caliper was removed when installing new components, clean all components in alcohol, then wipe dry using lint-free cloths. Using an air hose, blow out drilled passages and bores. Inspect dust boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are evident, install new boots during assembly.

Inspect piston bores in both housings for scoring or pitting. Bores showing light scr...

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