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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Ford Escape

  • 2001 Ford Escape 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:1
  • 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:122, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:122, Engine VIN:, Desg:B

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Adjustments -> 1997 F-Super Duty -> E-Super Duty -> Expedition, Explorer, Navigator, Mountaineer & F-250LD -> Parking Brake -> Rear Disc -> Transmission Mounted -> Windstar
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 GAS

Parking Brake

Expedition, Explorer, Navigator, Mountaineer & F-250LD
Rear Disc
  • Remove rear disc brake rotor as outlined in "Rotor, Replace".
  • Using brake adjustment gauge tool No. D81L-1103-A, or equivalent, to measure inside diameter of parking brake drum, Fig. .
  • Using parking brake adjuster screw, adjust parking brake shoe to .020 inch (.508 mm) less than drum measurement, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install.
1997 F-Super Duty
Transmission Mounted
  • Place transmission in neutral position and release parking brake, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Loosen parking brake adjusting clevis locknut sev...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Adjustments -> 1997 Windstar -> Aerostar, F-Series & Ranger -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150 & F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Villager -> Pushrod -> Villager
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 GAS

Pushrod

Aerostar, F-Series & Ranger

To measure pushrod adjustment, use a suitable gauge and position it against the master cylinder mounting surface as illustrated in Fig. . Adjust pushrod screw by turning it until the end just touches inner edge of gauge slot.

Expedition, Explorer, F-150 & F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Villager

Refer to "Brake Booster, Replace" for pushrod adjustment.

Villager

Refer to "Brake Booste... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Escape -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Inspection & Verification -> Pinpoint Tests -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Connect New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) located beneath instrument panel.
  • Select vehicle to be tested from NGS menu.
  • If NGS does not communicate with vehicle, proceed as follows:
    • Ensure program card is properly installed.
    • Inspect connections to vehicle.
    • Ensure ignition is in On position.
    • If NGS still does not communicate with vehicle, refer to NGS Tester manual.
  • Follow NGS Tester instructions to retrieve DTC's.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Refer to Fig. for diagnos...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escape 3.0 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Noise -> Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly -> Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast -> Brakes Drag -> Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force -> Brakes Pull Or Drift -> Excessive Brake Pedal Effort -> Excessive Or Erratic Brake Pedal Travel -> Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 GAS

Brakes Pull Or Drift

  • Tire air pressure.
  • Wheel alignment.
  • Brake pads, shoes or linings.
  • Brake or suspension components.

Red Brake Warning Indicator Always On

  • Instrument cluster.
  • Warning indicator circuit.
  • Parking brake.
  • Brake fluid level.

Brake Pedal Goes Down Fast

  • Brake fluid level.
  • Air in system.
  • Brake master cylinder malfunction.
  • Normal RABS or ABS function.

Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly

  • Air in system.
  • Brake master cylinder malfunction.
  • Normal RABS or ABS function.

Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force

  • Disc or drum brake component.
  • Parking brake com...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Ford Escape 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: 2001 Ford Escape 2.0 L4 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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