2002 Ford F-150 Pickup Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> F-150 & 2002-03 F-Super Duty (RABS) -> Description
Vehicle: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 BI-FUEL

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, with or without stability assist, simultaneously manages the anti-lock braking, traction control and engine control systems to maintain vehicle control during deceleration and acceleration. The ABS accomplishes this by communicating with the other modules over the high speed controller area network (HS-CAN) bus.

When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, the module carries out a preliminary electrical check and, at approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the hydraulic pump motor is turned on for approximately one half-second. Any malfunction of...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> E-150-E-250, Econoline, F-150-250 & Ranger -> Adjustments -> Drums Installed -> Drums Removed -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250LD, Mountaineer & Navigator -> Parking Brake Except Rear Disc -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup Lightning 5.4 V8 GAS

Service Brake

The rear brake shoes adjust automatically when the vehicle is driven in reverse and the brakes are applied sharply several times. Manual adjustment is required only when brake shoes are replaced. When adjusting rear brakes, ensure parking brake is properly adjusted and adjuster is operating freely.

Drums Removed
  • With drums removed, clean areas where shoes contact backing plate, then apply suitable lubricant to contact areas. Ensure lubricant does not contaminate linings.
  • Adjust gauge to inside diameter of brake drum using suitable brake shoe adjusting gauge.
  • Reverse tool an...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> F-150 & Mark LT (4WABS) -> System Service -> 2WD -> 4WD -> ABS Control Module -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Front -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Manual -> Pressure -> Rear -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup Lightning 5.4 V8 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Manual
  • Connect suitable scan tool to DLC located under dash, and follow on screen procedure.
  • Clean all dirt from master cylinder reservoir cap area, remove cap and top up brake fluid.
  • Bleed brake system in order outlined on scan tool.
  • Attach a rubber hose to bleeder screw.
  • Have an assistant pump and hold pressure on brake pedal.
  • Loosen bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out.
  • While assistant maintains pressure on brake pedal, tighten bleeder screw.
  • Repeat until clear, bubble free fluid comes from bleeder screw.
  • Repeat procedure for remaining bleeder screws.
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup 4.6 V8 GAS

Brake Drums

Any time brake drums are removed for brake service, braking surface diameter should be inspected with a suitable micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced.

Minor scores should be removed with ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> F-150 & 2002-03 F-Super Duty (RABS) -> Description
Vehicle: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup 4.2 V6 GAS

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, with or without stability assist, simultaneously manages the anti-lock braking, traction control and engine control systems to maintain vehicle control during deceleration and acceleration. The ABS accomplishes this by communicating with the other modules over the high speed controller area network (HS-CAN) bus.

When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, the module carries out a preliminary electrical check and, at approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the hydraulic pump motor is turned on for approximately one half-second. Any malfunction of...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup 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: 2002 Ford F-150 Pickup 5.4 V8 CNG

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 fault.
  • Normal RABS or ABS function.

Brake Pedal Eases Down Slowly

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

Brakes Lock Up During Light Brake Pedal Force

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

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