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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Inspection -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinders
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
Master Cylinder Overhaul
Disassemble
- Clean outside of master cylinder thoroughly. Drain brake fluid from master cylinder.
- Remove stop bolt and pressure control valves, if equipped.
- Pry up on reservoir and remove it from master cylinder body.
- Remove fluid control valve, if equipped.
- Depress primary piston and remove snap ring from retaining groove at open end of bore.
- Remove primary and secondary piston assemblies from master cylinder. If secondary piston does not come out, apply air pressure to secondary outlet port to remove.
Inspection
When disassembled, wash all parts in clean brake...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
Brake Roughness
If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. Measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from the edge of the disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch, replace the rotor.
Excessive later...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
Battery Ground Cable
Prior to service, dis...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird 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: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 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 2003 Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 2003 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
Battery Ground Cable
Prior to service, dis...
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