2008 Mercury Sable Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2008 Mercury Sable

  • 2008 Mercury Sable 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3496, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS, CC:3496, CID:213, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:213, Engine VIN:, Desg:W

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> MKS, Sable, Taurus & Taurus X -> System Service -> ABS Control Module -> AWD -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> FWD -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Manual -> Module Configuration -> Pressure -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Manual

The primary and secondary (front and rear) hydraulic brake systems are individual systems and are bled separately. Bleed longest tube first on individual system being serviced. During complete bleeding operation, Do not allow the master cylinder reservoir to run dry. Never reuse brake fluid that has been drained from hydraulic system or has been allowed to stand in an open container for an extended period of time.

  • To bleed brake system, position a suitable box wrench on bleeder fitting on brake wheel cylinder. Attach rubber drain hose to bleeder fitting.
  • Sub...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 4.6L Engine -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Focus -> Fusion, Milan & MKZ -> MKS, Sable, Taurus & Taurus X -> Mustang -> Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS

Power Booster, Replace

Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car
  • Disconnect fluid level sensor connector.
  • Position speed control cable aside.
  • Disconnect power brake booster check valve.
  • Remove brake master cylinder mounting nuts.
  • Remove wiring harness bracket and position aside.
  • Remove brake master cylinder and position aside.
  • Remove push-pins and instrument close-out panel.
  • Remove stoplight switch retaining pin.
  • Slide stoplight switch and booster push rod off brake pedal pin.
  • Remove mounting nuts and power brake booster.
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque mounting nuts to 16-21 f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Rotor Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable 3.5 V6 GAS

This procedure has been revised by a Technical Service Bulletin.

On Sable, Taurus and Taurus X models,the disc rotor is a hat section-type of composite steel and cast iron. A Rotunda Rotor Mounting Adapter tool No. 054-00032, or equivalent, is required for use on the brake lathe for refinishing. Failure to use the adapter will result in gouging the brake disc, making it unfit for use.

On Sable, Taurus and Taurus X models,if service is required, install the new full cast front disc rotors, part No. F10Y-1125-B, in pairs only. Never install a full cast rotor on one side of the vehicle...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Brake Disc Service
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable 3.5 V6 GAS

Disc brake service is critical because of the close tolerances required in machining the brake disc to ensure proper brake operation.

Maintaining close control of the shape of the rubbing surfaces is required to prevent brake roughness. In addition, the surface finish must be non-directional and maintained at a micro-inch finish. This is required to avoid pulls and erratic performance, and to promote long lining life and equal lining wear of both the lefthand and righthand brakes.

Do not attempt to refinish the rubbin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Clutch System Bleeding
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable 3.5 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 2008 Mercury Sable AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2008 Mercury Sable cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> MKS, Sable, Taurus & Taurus X -> Precautions -> Hydraulic Brake Fluid Color
Vehicle: 2008 Mercury Sable Premier 3.5 V6 GAS

Hydraulic Brake Fluid Color

Hydraulic brake fluid must conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 116. Under this standard, brake fluids are visually different from other automotive fluids such as transmission, power steering and engine.

Fluid color in a normal brake system may vary from its original color for many reasons. A brake master cylinder may show significantly different shades fluid color between the two brake master cylinder reservoirs. Color may also appear to vary between cast steel and die cast aluminum reservoirs. Some reasons for discolorati...

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