2003 FORD MUSTANG brakes

1.
CAUTION: Install the brake pads in full axle sets. Do not install new brake pads on
only one side of vehicle.
Install the new slipper and brake pads.
2. Position the caliper on the anchor plate and install the bolts.
3. Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204 - 04 .
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid will cause
permanent damage to components and will render the brakes inoperative.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact
with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes
with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken
internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is
spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
Check the fluid level at the master cylinder. Add fluid if necessary.
6. WARNING: Pump the brake pedal several times to make sure the caliper piston is
extended to its operating position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
personal injury.
Verify correct brake operation. Klj . 3 ba
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The dual brake system is split front and rear with the front wheel brakes comprising of one circuit and
the rear wheel brakes, the other circuit.
Brake Fluid
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush with running
water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water
and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
Clean, fresh Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542- AB or equivalent DOT 3 fluid
meeting Ford specification ESA- M6C25-A is the only brake fluid that should be used in Ford vehicles.
z Do not reuse brake fluid drained or bled from the system.
z Do not use brake fluid that has been stored in an open container.
z Do not mix different types of brake fluid.
Brake Master Cylinder
The brake master cylinder is a dual piston type. The brake master cylinder operates as follows: zWhen the brake pedal (2455) is depressed, pressure is applied by mechanical linkage to the
primary and secondary piston.
z Brake master cylinder pistons apply hydraulic pressure to the two hydraulic circuits.
z Brake master cylinder will not be overhauled, a new master cylinder is installed only.
The brake master cylinder consists of:
zbrake master cylinder reservoir (2K478)
z brake master cylinder body
Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir
NOTE: Whenever the brake master cylinder reservoir is removed from the brake master cylinder, new
grommets must be installed.
The brake master cylinder reservoir :
zis mounted to the brake master cylinder.
z holds fluid supply for each brake master cylinder hydraulic piston.
z provides visual fluid level markings.
z contains the brake master cylinder fluid level sensor. Klj . 2 ba
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Brake Pressure Control Valve
The brake pressure control valve proportions the pressure to the rear brakes.
zWhen the brake pedal is applied, brake fluid pressure passes through the proportioning valves
to the rear brake system until the valve split point is reached.
z Above its split point, the proportioning valve begins to reduce the hydraulic pressure to the rear
brakes, creating a balanced braking condition between the front and rear brakes.
Brake Tubes and Hoses CAUTION: Never use copper tubing. It is subject to fatigue, cracking and corrosion which
could result in brake tube failure.
Steel tubing is used throughout the brake hydraulic system. All brake tube fittings must be correctly
double flared to provide strong leakproof connections. When bending the tubing to fit the underbody or
rear axle contours, be careful not to kink or crack the tube.
If a section of brake tube is damaged, the entire section must be removed and a new tube of the same
type, size, shape and length installed.
When replacing hydraulic brake tubing, hoses, or connectors, tighten all connections securely. After
installation, bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Section 206 - 00 . Klj . 3 ba
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Brake Booster —
Hydro-Boost
The Hydro- Boost brake booster is a hydraulically operated brake booster powered by the power
steering pump (3A674). The power steering pump provides the fluid pressure to operate both the
power brake booster and the power steering gear (3504).
A Hydro- Boost reserve system (accumulator) stores sufficient fluid under pressure to provide at least
two power- assisted brake applications in the event the power steering pump fluid flow is interrupted.
For low assist concerns on vehicles equipped with the Hydro- Boost system, refer to Section 211 - 00 to
check the power steering pump pressure and flow.
The brakes can also be applied manually if the reserve system is depleted.
Any leakage goes directly back to the power steering pump reservoir (3E764). SECTION 206-
07: Power Brake Actuation 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Item Part Number Description
1 2140 Master cylinder
2 2B559 Hydro-Boost Klj . 1 ba
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z
Seized or heat
damaged
crankshaft main
bearing. z
INSTALL a new crankshaft main
bearing.
z Excessive
crankshaft end
play. z
INSTALL a new thrust bearing or
crankshaft (6303).
z Excessive
connecting rod
bearing clearance. z
INSTALL a new connecting rod
bearing or connecting rod
(6200).
z Heat damaged
connecting rod
bearing (6211). z
INSTALL a new connecting rod
bearing.
z Damaged
connecting rod
bushing (6207). z
INSTALL a new connecting rod
bushing.
z Worn cylinder. zREPAIR or INSTALL a new
cylinder block (6010).
z Worn piston (6108)
or piston pin
(6135). z
INSTALL a new piston or piston
pin.
z Damaged piston
rings. z
INSTALL new piston rings.
z Bent connecting
rod. z
INSTALL a new connecting rod.
z Malfunctioning
valve tappet (6500)
or lash adjuster. z
INSTALL a new valve tappet or
lash adjuster.
z Excessive valve
tappet or lash
adjuster clearance. z
ADJUST clearance or INSTALL
a new valve tappet guide or
valve tappet.
z Broken valve spring
(6513). z
INSTALL a new valve spring.
z Excessive valve
guide clearance. z
ADJUST clearance or INSTALL
a new valve guide (6510) or
valve.
z Insufficient
power z
Malfunctioning or
damaged ignition
system. z
Refer to the appropriate section
in Group 303 for the procedure.
REFER to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis
(PC/ED) manual.
z Malfunctioning or
damaged fuel
system. z
Refer to the appropriate section
in Group 303 for the procedure.
REFER to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis
(PC/ED) manual.
z Malfunctioning or
damaged air intake
system. z
Refer to the appropriate section
in Group 303 for the procedure.
REFER to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions Diagnosis
(PC/ED) manual.
z Damaged or
plugged exhaust
system. z
INSPECT exhaust system.
z Incorrect tire size. zREFER to Section 204 - 04 .
z Dragging brakes. zREFER to Section 206 - 00 . Klj . 5 ba
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Transmission Electronic Control System
The powertrain control module (PCM) and its input/output network control the following transmission
operations:
zShift timing
z Line pressure (shift feel)
z Torque converter clutch
The transmission control is separate from the engine control strategy in the PCM, although some of
the input signals are shared. When determining the best operating strategy for transmission operation,
the PCM uses input information from certain engine- related and driver-demand related sensors and
switches.
In addition, the PCM receives input signals from certain transmission- related sensors and switches.
The PCM also uses these signals when determining transmission operating strategy.
Using all of these input signals, the PCM can determine when the time and conditions are right for a
shift, or when to apply or release the torque converter clutch (TCC). It will also determine the best line
pressure needed to optimize shift feel. To accomplish this, the PCM uses hydraulic solenoids to control
transmission operation.
The following provides a brief description of each of the sensors and actuators used to control
transmission operation.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
The operation of the transmission is controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM). Many input
sensors provide information to the PCM. The PCM then controls actuators which determine
transmission operation.
Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch
An electromagnetic clutch is energized when the clutch cycling pressure switch closes. The switch is
located on the suction accumulator/drier. The closing of the switch completes the circuit to the clutch
and draws it into engagement with the compressor driveshaft. When the A/C clutch is engaged,
electronic pressure control (EPC) is adjusted by the PCM to compensate for additional load on the
engine.
Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch
The brake pedal position (BPP) switch tells the PCM when the brakes are applied. The torque
converter clutch disengages when the brakes are applied. The BPP switch closes when the brakes are
applied and opens when they are released.
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
The engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor detects temperature of engine coolant and supplies the
information to the powertrain control module. The ECT sensor is used to control torque converter
clutch (TCC) operation. The ECT is installed in the heater outlet fitting or cooling passage on the
engine. For engine control applications, the ECT signal is used to modify ignition timing, EGR flow and
air- to-fuel ratio as a function of engine coolant temperature.
SECTION 307-
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inoperative
box (CJB) fuse
17 (15A), 33
(15A).
z Battery junction
box (BJB) fuse
HORN (20A).
z Circuitry.
z Deactivator
switch.
z Clutch pedal
position (CPP)
switch.
z Speed control
actuator switch.
z Speed control
servo.
z Powertrain
control module
(PCM).
z The set speed
fluctuates z
Circuitry.
z Speed control
servo.
z Powertrain
control module
(PCM). z
Go To Pinpoint Test B .
z Engine. zREFER to the Powertrain
Control/Emissions
Diagnosis (PC/ED)
manual.
z The speed control
does not disengage
when the brakes are
applied z
Central junction
box (CJB) fuse
33 (15A).
z Circuitry.
z Brake pedal
position (BPP)
switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test C .
z The speed control
does not disengage
when the clutch is
applied z
Cluch pedal
position (CPP)
switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test D .
z The speed control
switch is
inoperative— COAST z
Speed control
actuator switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test E .
z The speed control
switch is
inoperative—
SET/ACCEL z
Speed control
actuator switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test F .
z The speed control
switch is
inoperative—
RESUME z
Speed control
actuator switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test G .
z The speed control
switch is
inoperative— OFF z
Speed control
actuator switch.
z Speed control
servo. z
Go To Pinpoint Test H . Klj . 3 ba
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PINPOINT TEST C: THE SPEED CONTROL DOES NOT DISENGAGE
WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED
PINPOINT TEST D: THE SPEED CONTROL DOES NOT DISENGAGE
WHEN THE CLUTCH IS APPLIED B2 CHECK THE SPEED CONTROL
ACTUATOR CABLE z
NOTE: The speed control actuator cable
must be disconnected at both ends while
carrying out this test.
z Check the speed control actuator cable
for sticking or binding at the speed
control servo and throttle body.
z Is the speed control actuator cable
OK? Yes
GO to
B3 .
No
INSTALL a new speed control actuator cable;
REFER to Actuator Cable — Speed Control .
TEST the system for normal operation. B3 CHECK THE SPEED CONTROL SERVO
z
INSTALL a known good speed control
servo.
z Test drive the vehicle for correct
operation.
z Does the speed control operate
correctly? Yes
INSTALL a new speed control servo; REFER
to
Actuator — Speed Control Servo . TEST the
system for normal operation.
No
INSTALL a new PCM; REFER to Section 303 -
14 . TEST the system for normal operation.
Test Step Result / Action to Take
C1 CHECK THE BPP SWITCH CIRCUITRY
z
Key in OFF position.
z Disconnect: Speed Control Servo C122 .
z Measure the voltage between speed control servo C122 Pin 4,
Circuit 511 (LG), harness side and speed control servo C122
Pin 10, Circuit 1205 (BK), harness side, while depressing the
brake pedal.
z Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? Yes
INSTALL a new speed
control servo; REFER to
Actuator
— Speed
Control Servo . TEST
the system for normal
operation.
No
REPAIR Circuit 810
(RD/LG) and Circuit 511
(LG) as necessary.
TEST the system for
normal operation. Test Step Result / Action to Take
D1 CHECK THE CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION (CPP) SWITCH
z
Key in OFF position.
z Disconnect: CPP Switch C2072.
z Measure the resistance between CPP switch pin 2
(component side) and CPP switch pin 1 (component side), Yes
INSTALL a new speed
control servo; REFER to
Actuator
— Speed Control Klj . 10 ba
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