2006 Ford Freestyle Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2006 Ford Freestyle

  • 2006 Ford Freestyle Limited 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:183, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:183, Engine VIN:, Desg:1
  • 2006 Ford Freestyle SE 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:183, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:183, Engine VIN:, Desg:1
  • 2006 Ford Freestyle SEL 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:183, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:183, Engine VIN:, Desg:1

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Clutch System Bleeding
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestyle Limited 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 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Description -> Dual Piston Calipers -> Single Piston Calipers
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestyle Limited 3.0 V6 GAS

Dual Piston Calipers

The caliper consists of a sliding bridge type caliper housing with dual pistons, caliper mounting frame and inner and outer friction pad assemblies, Figs. and . The caliper is located into and slides on the anchor frame by its thrust face and a locating pin and clip. The friction pads are retained into the anchor frame by the caliper sliding bridge assembly and use an anti-rattle spring clip to reduce brake noise. The friction pads are retained into the sliding bridge assembly by clips located on the back of the friction pad.

Lefthand and righthand caliper and in...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Troubleshooting -> Abnormal Conditions -> Brake Booster Operation Test -> Brake Master Cylinder -> Brake Roughness -> Bypass Condition Inspection -> Lateral Runout -> Non-Pressure Leaks -> Normal Conditions -> Thickness Variation -> Wheel Bearing Looseness
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestyle Limited 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Roughness

Thickness Variation

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 edge of disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch, replace the disc.

Lateral Runout

Excessive lateral runout of braking disc may cause a knocking back of the pistons, possibly creating increased pedal travel and vibration when brakes are applied.

Wheel Bearing Looseness

Replace whee...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Flush
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestyle SEL 3.0 V6 GAS

Whenever new brake components are installed in the hydraulic system, it is recommended that the entire hydraulic system be thoroughly flushed with clean brake fluid.

It may sometime become required to flush out the system due to the presence of mineral oil, kerosene, gasoline, etc., which will cause swelling of rubber piston cups and valves and render them inoperative.

Flushing is performed at e...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Five Hundred, Freestyle, Fusion, Milan, MKZ, Montego, Mustang, Sable, Taurus & Zephyr -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Removal
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestyle SEL 3.0 V6 GAS

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

Removal
  • Remove rear disc brake caliper as outlined under . Do not disconnect flexible hose unless caliper requires service.
  • Support caliper with suitable wire or tie strap so flexible hose is not stretched or twisted.
  • Remove rear disc support bracket to wheel knuckle bolts.
  • Remove rear disc support bracket and brake shoes and linings.
  • Remove two nuts and rotor.
Installation
  • If installing new rotor, remove protective coating from rotor with suitable carburetor cleaner.
  • Lubricate rear hub pilot diameter wi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestyle AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2006 Ford Freestyle 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: 2006 Ford Freestyle SEL 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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