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  • 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
  • 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:S

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Contour, Cougar, Mystique, Sable & Taurus -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Contour, Cougar, Mystique, Sable & Taurus -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Safety Precautions
Vehicle: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Safety Precautions

When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level, due to a chemical breakdown during use. A few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost System -> Operation -> Vacuum Assist Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 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 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Disassemble -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Inspection -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Overhaul -> Removal -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Replacement

Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus
Removal
  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Disconnect brake hose from caliper assembly.
  • Remove retaining clip, then disconnect parking brake cable from lever arm.
  • Remove pinch bolts using open end wrench to hold slider pin in position, Fig. .
  • Lift caliper assembly from anchor plate, then remove slider pins and boots.
Installation
  • Apply suitable silicone dielectric compound to slider pins and inside of boots.
  • Place slider pins and boots on anchor plate, then position caliper assembly on anchor pla...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Mercury Sable 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: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 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 2002 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Brake System Bleed -> System Priming -> Wheel Bleeding Sequence
Vehicle: 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 V6 GAS

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic disc brake systems.

Do not use brake fluid drained from the hydraulic system when bleeding the brakes. Ensure disc brake pistons are returned to their normal positions and the shoe and lining assemblies are properly seated. Before driving the vehicle, inspect the brake operation.

Do not shake the pressure bleeder tank while air is being added or after it has been pressurized. This will prevent air from the tank getting into the lines. Set the tank in the required location, then bring the air hose to the tank. Do not move the ta...

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