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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Brake Booster -> Bendix Hydro-Max Brake Booster -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except Diesel Engines & Villager
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.

The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

On model...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

Front

  • With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
  • Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolts and position disc brake caliper aside.
  • Remove front axle wheel hub retainer nut and washer.
  • Remove lower control arm bal...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Description
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor) system detects differences in inflation pressures in one or more tires. The system uses the ABS (Anti-Lock Brake system wheel speed sensors to...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, then position drive belt aside.
  • Position alternator B+ terminal protective boot aside, remove nut, then disconnect B+ terminal connector.
  • Remove air conditioning line bracket m...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2003 Windstar & 2004-07 Freestar & Monterey
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Release the cabin air filter cover retaining snaps, then remove the cover. The cabin air filter cover is located on the ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

This indicator should light if any of the following conditions appear:

  • Engine oil pressure drops below approxi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect MAF sensor, then remove air filter outlet tube.
  • Remove air cleaner housing assembly, then air filter housing bracket.
  • Diconnect harness retainers from fan shroud.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose.
  • Remove radiator alignment pins as follows:
    • Tie radiator and condenser to upper radiator support separately, using mechanic wire.
    • Allow 2 inches of slack in condenser wire to allow for movement.
    • Remove radiator alignment pins.
  • Disconnect radiator vent hose from radiator.
  • Disconnect degas bottle return hose.
  • Disconnect lower radiator hose.
  • Detach t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

  • Use drive belt tensioner pulley bolt to rotate drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove drive...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Components Diagram for 2005 Ford Freestar  4.2 V6 GASInstrument Panel Components Diagram for 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor Speed Controller
  • Blower Motor Resistor Assembly
  • Blower Motor
  • Connector C-211
  • Connector C-212
  • Body Components Diagram for 2005 Ford Freestar  4.2 V6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank Unit
  • Speed Control Servo
  • Sliding Door Ajar Switch
  • Brake Pressure Switch
  • Anti-Theft Hood Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Ford Freestar  4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Shift Interlock
  • Brake Pedal Position Switch
  • 2005 Ford Freestar  4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Exterior Rear View Mirror Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SPARK KNOCK UNDER LIGHT LOAD AND ACCELERATION - SPLIT PORT INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC)
    Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Document: TRACTION CONTROL LAMP - ABS LAMP - ABS SELF ACTIVATION WITH DTC C1288 - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Ford Freestar 4.2 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2005 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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