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We have info for following modifications of 2004 Ford Explorer

  • 2004 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS, CID:281, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:281, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:K

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> E-Series -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250, Mountaineer & Navigator -> F-Super Duty
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

F-Super Duty

  • Raise and support vehicle, remove tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Remove rear brake disc rotor.
  • Disconnect rear parking brake cable at parking brake cable equalizer.
  • Disconnect parking brake cable at parking brake lever.
  • Remove outboard brake shoe retaining spring.
  • Remove brake shoe adjusting screw spring, brake shoe hold down springs and brake adjuster screw.
  • Remove parking brake shoe and linings along with inboard brake shoe retracting spring.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

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

  • Pull front parking brake cable and co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Description
Vehicle: 2004 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 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

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, precautions should be taken to minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.

  • Wear a suitable respirator approved for asbest...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Adjustments -> Drums Installed -> Drums Removed -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250, Mountaineer & Navigator -> Parking Brake Except Rear Disc -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 FLEX

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 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Expedition, Explorer, E-Series, F-Series, Mountaineer, Navigator & Ranger -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> E-Series -> Expedition, Explorer, F-150, F-250, Mountaineer & Navigator -> F-Super Duty
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.0 V6 GAS

F-Super Duty

  • Raise and support vehicle, remove tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Remove rear brake disc rotor.
  • Disconnect rear parking brake cable at parking brake cable equalizer.
  • Disconnect parking brake cable at parking brake lever.
  • Remove outboard brake shoe retaining spring.
  • Remove brake shoe adjusting screw spring, brake shoe hold down springs and brake adjuster screw.
  • Remove parking brake shoe and linings along with inboard brake shoe retracting spring.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

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

  • Pull front parking brake cable and co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Ford Explorer AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2004 Ford Explorer cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description -> Aviator -> E-Series -> Escape & Mariner -> Excursion, F-Super Duty & Motorhome -> Expedition & Navigator -> Explorer & Mountaineer -> Explorer Sport/Sport Trac -> F-150 & Mark LT -> Freestar & Monterey -> Front -> Ranger -> Rear
Vehicle: 2004 Ford Explorer 4.6 V8 GAS

Aviator

Front

The Aviator utilizes a dual piston front brake caliper and a single piston rear brake caliper. The caliper floats on two guide pins that are bolted to the caliper and extend into the caliper anchor, Fig. .

Rear

The rear disc brake system utilizes a single piston brake caliper. The mechanical parking brake system uses a drum in hat system within the rear brake disc, Fig. .

E-Series

Front

The disc brake caliper is a pin slider, single piston design on the E-150 models and a pin slider dual piston design on the E-250, E-350, E-450 & E-550 models, Figs. through .

Rear

E-Series veh...

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