2001 Ford Crown Victoria Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Ford Crown Victoria

  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 CNG, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:9

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, LS, Marauder, Mustang (Except Cobra), Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & Town Car -> Contour & Mystique -> Disassemble -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Focus -> Inspection -> Mustang Cobra -> Overhaul -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 GAS

Replacement

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

Continental, Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, LS, Marauder, Mustang (Except Cobra), Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & Town Car

Before removing calipers, mark lefthand and righthand calipers so they can be installed in the same position.

  • On models equipped with air suspension, turn air suspension service switch to Off position.
  • On...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 1999 -> 2000-03 -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder, Mustang & Town Car -> Contour, Cougar & Mystique -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Focus -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Master Cylinder -> Removal -> Sable & Taurus -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder, Mustang & Town Car
  • Depress brake pedal several times to exhaust all vacuum in system.
  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder, then all required electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect hydraulic control unit supply hose at master cylinder. Secure hose in a position to prevent brake fluid loss.
  • Remove two bolts which attach proportioning valve bracket to brake master cylinder. Secure proportioning valve and tubes in a position to prevent damage or loss of brake fluid.
  • Remove nuts retaining master cylinder to brak...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Adjustments -> Continental -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Mustang -> Parking Brake -> Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 GAS

Parking Brake

Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car
  • Apply parking brake control fully with 100 lbs., foot pedal effort, then release brake control.
  • Place transmission in Neutral, then raise and support vehicle.
  • With parking brake control in Off position, grasp pensioner around housing. Using an hook tool place end into rounded end of clip between clip and housing. Unlock clip by pulling downward with tool and support pensioner.
  • The pensioner spring will take up cable slack and reload cables, while holding pensioner, lock clip by pushing up on bottom of clip. If clip ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Rotor Replacement -> Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 CNG

Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus

Removal
  • Remove rear disc brake caliper assembly as outlined 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.
  • Lubricate rear hub pilot diameter w...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 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: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 CNG

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 hydraulic system. Take a reading with the engine Off and the power unit n...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Crown Victoria AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Crown Victoria cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Troubleshooting -> Pre-Test Checks
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6 V8 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:
    • Connector of...

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