2005 Mercury Montego Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Five Hundred, Freestyle & Montego -> Description -> ABS Hydraulic Control Unit & Anti-Lock Brake Control Module -> Anti-Lock Brake Sensor -> Brake Master Cylinder -> Power Brake Booster
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

Power Brake Booster

The diaphragm-type power brake booster is a self-contained unit, mounted on the firewall. The booster uses engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure for its power. Other than the power brake booster check valve, the booster is serviced only as an assembly. The booster must be replaced if it becomes damaged or inoperative.

Brake Master Cylinder

The brake master cylinder consists of a fluid reservoir, reservoir control valve and a fluid level indicator. The fluid level indicator is located inside the brake master cylinder reservoir and replaces the previo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, caliper and linings. Inspect wheel bearings and repack if required.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

If caliper is removed when installing new components, clean all components in alcohol, then wipe dry using lint-free cloths. Blow out drilled passages and bores with compressed air. Inspect dust boots for punctures or tears, replace as required.

Inspect piston bores in both housings for scoring or pitting. Bores showing light scratches or corrosion can be cleaned with crocus clo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Five Hundred, Freestyle, Fusion Milan, MKZ, Montego, Mustang, Sable, Taurus & Zephyr -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Removal
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake system power booster must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal at least 25 times with the ignition in the Off position.

After performing any service work, obtain a firm brake pedal before moving the vehicle.

Five Hundred, Freestyle, Fusion Milan, MKZ, Montego, Mustang, Sable, Taurus & Zephyr

Removal
  • On models equipped with air suspension, turn service switch Off position.
  • On all models, raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Clutch System Bleed
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Attach a rubber drain hose to bleeder screw of clutch master cylinder, then submerge free end of hose in a container partially filled with clean brake fluid.
  • Slowly pump clutch pedal to floor several times and hold it.
  • With clutch pedal held to floor...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, calipers and linings.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

If caliper was removed when installing new components, clean all components in alcohol, then wipe dry using lint-free cloths. Using an air hose, blow out drilled passages and bores. Inspect dust boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are evident, install new boots during assembly.

Inspect piston bores in both housings for scoring or pitting. Bores showing light scratches or corrosion can usually be cleaned with...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Mercury Montego AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 Mercury Montego cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Bendix System -> Single Diaphragm Booster
Vehicle: 2005 Mercury Montego 3.0 V6 GAS

Bendix System

  • Disconnect master cylinder from booster leaving brake lines connected and secure cylinder aside.
  • Start engine and operate engine at idle speed.
  • With engine running, position gauge over pushrod. Gauge should bottom against booster housing with force of approximately five lbs. applied to pushrod, Fig. . Ensure pushrod is properly seated in booster when performing gauge inspection.
  • If force required to seat gauge is more than five lbs., shorten length of pushrod.
  • If force required to seat gauge is less than five lbs., lengthen pushrod.
  • Install master cylinder and remove reservo...

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