2003 Ford Explorer Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2003 Ford Explorer

  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:E

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

The Bendix vacuum brake booster unit is se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Anti-Lock Brake System Hydraulic Control Unit -> Anti-Lock Brakes -> Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer -> Bench -> Caliper -> E-Series & F-Series -> Escape -> Excursion, Explorer Sport/Sport Trac, F-Super Duty, Motorhome, Ranger & Windstar -> Expedition & Navigator -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> Gravity -> Gravity Bleed -> In Vehicle -> Manual -> Manual Bleed -> Master Cylinder -> Pressure -> Pressure Bleed -> Villager
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer

Master Cylinder
  • Connect one end of a clear flexible hose to master cylinder bleeder screw. Submerge other end in a container partially filled with suitable brake fluid.
  • Have an assistant pump and then hold firm pressure on brake pedal.
  • Open master cylinder bleeder screw until brake fluid flows into container.
  • When fluid stops flowing, close bleeder screw.
  • Repeat procedure until there are no air bubbles in fluid.
  • Have an assistant pump and then hold firm pressure on brake pedal.
  • Loosen a master cylinder tube fitting at anti-lock brake hydraulic control ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Description
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 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 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Brake Booster Replacement -> Aviator -> E-Series, Expedition, Explorer, Explorer Sport & Sport/Trac, F-150 & F-250LD, Mountaineer, Navigator & Villager -> Escape -> Excursion & F-Super Duty -> Ranger -> Windstar
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport 4.0 V6 GAS

Aviator

Refer to. Fig. , and remove components in sequence illustrated. Use new nuts when installing brake booster.

Excursion & F-Super Duty

  • Remove air cleaner housing, if required.
  • Remove brake master cylinder attaching nuts.
  • Position brake master cylinder aside.
  • Disconnect booster vacuum hose.
  • Disconnect power distribution box auxiliary relay and set aside.
  • Remove fuse panel cover.
  • Remove brake pedal position switch self-locking pin.
  • Remove brake pedal position switch and brake booster pushrod from brake pedal pin.
  • Remove power brake booster nuts.
  • Remove power brake booster.
  • Reve...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Handling
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

Brake Fluid Handling

Brake fluid can cause serious injury and vehicle damage if not handled properly. Avoid ...

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