Brake system of the car Ford Taurus 1 and 2

Specifications
Disc brakes Brake disc thickness 1986 and 1987 Standard 24.0 mm (0.945 in) Minimum 22.75 mm (0.896 in) since 1988 Standard 26.0 mm (1.024 in) Minimum 24.75 mm (0.974 in)...

General information and safety precautions
General information All models are equipped with front disc and rear drum brakes controlled by a hydraulic system with vacuum booster. The front brakes are a...

Front brake pads — replacement
Warning: Replace disc brake pads on both front wheels at the same time - never replace pads on just one wheel. Brake dust contains asbestos, which is extremely harmful...

Front Disc Brake Caliper — Removal and Installation
Warning: Brake dust contains asbestos, which is extremely harmful to health. Do not blow it off with compressed air or inhale it. Removal 1. Unscrew the cap of the brake...

Front brake disc — inspection, removal and installation
Examination 1. Loosen the wheel nuts, lift the car, and support it securely on jack stands. Remove the wheel and re-tighten the two nuts to hold the rim in place. 2. To...

Brake drum — removal, inspection and installation
Removal 1. Loosen the wheel nuts, raise the rear of the car, securely support it on stands. Block the front wheels, then remove the rear wheels. 1989 and earlier models...

Replacing rear brake shoes
Warning: Brake pads should be replaced on both rear wheels at the same time - never replace pads on one wheel. Also remember that brake dust contains asbestos. When...

Wheel cylinder — removal, overhaul and installation
Caution: Brake dust contains asbestos, which is extremely harmful to health. Do not blow it off with compressed air or inhale it. Warning: Clean the outside of the parts...

Master cylinder — removal, overhaul and installation
Warning: Do not attempt to repair the brake master cylinder if the vehicle is a 1990 model year with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System). See section 18 . Removal 1. Place...

Brake pressure control valves
Sedan body 1. Raise the rear of the vehicle. 2. Remove the valve bracket from the lower control arm (see illustration). 3. Mark the position of the four hydraulic lines...

Brake system hoses and lines — inspection and replacement
Examination 1. Approximately every six months, the rubber hoses connected to the steel pipes of the front and rear brake assemblies should be checked for cracks, wear of...

Bleeding the brake hydraulic system
Warning: Protect your eyes when bleeding the brake system. If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical attention. 1....

Adjusting the parking brake
1. Raise the vehicle and support it securely on stands. Block the front wheels to prevent it from rolling. 2. The parking brake must be fully released. 3. Working...

Replacing the parking brake cables
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on stands. Release the parking brake completely. Front cable 2. Loosen the parking brake cable adjusting nut (...
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Parking brake pedal — removal and installation
1. Release the parking brake completely. 2. Loosen the adjusting nut to completely remove the tension from the cables ( see section 12 ). 3. Disconnect the release cable...

Removal and installation the brake pedal
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 2. Remove the under-dash panel and pull out the brake light switch electrical connector. 3. Disconnect the...

Brake booster — removal, installation and adjustment
1. The brake booster unit does not require special maintenance between periodic inspections of the vacuum hoses and housing. 2. The brake booster cannot be repaired. If...

Brake Light Switch — Removal and Installation
Removal 1. Remove the instrument panel. 2. Locate the switch near the top of the brake pedal and disconnect the electrical connector (see illustration). 3. Remove the...

General information about the ABS system and rear disc brakes
Some 1990 and later models are equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). Due to the complexity of the ABS system, most maintenance procedures are beyond the scope...

Replacing rear brake pads
Caution: Brake dust contains asbestos, which is extremely harmful to health. Do not blow it off with compressed air or inhale it. Warning: Clean the outside of the parts...

Rear Disc Brake Caliper — Removal and Installation
Caution: Brake dust contains asbestos, which is extremely harmful to health. Do not blow it off with compressed air or inhale it. Warning: Clean the outside of the parts...

Rear brake disc — inspection, removal and installation
Examination See section 4 - the inspection procedure for the rear brake disc is the same as for the front. Removal and installation 1. Remove the cylinder ( see section...

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