Brake system (Transit 2)

Caution: Before diagnosing brake system faults, ensure that the tires are in good condition, that the tire pressure and front wheel alignment are correct, and that the vehicle is evenly loaded. Except for checking the condition of all pipe and hose connections, any kind of malfunctions encountered in the anti-lock braking system (if it is installed), must be performed by a Ford dealer.

The car pulls to the side when braking

• The front or rear brake pads on one side are worn, defective, damaged or dirty (Chapter 9).
• It gets stuck (partially or completely) piston in the front caliper or in the rear brake cylinder (Chapter 9).
• The friction linings installed on the right and left brakes differ from each other (Chapter 9).
• The brake caliper mounting bolts have become loose (Chapter 9).
• The rear drum brake cover mounting bolts have become loose (Chapter 9).
• One of the steering or suspension components is worn or damaged (Chapter 10).

Noise (a creaking noise from friction or a shrill squeal) when braking

• The brake pad is worn out or its friction linings are worn down to the metal (Chapter 9).
• Excessive corrosion of the brake disc or drum. (May appear after the car has been standing for some time (Chapter 9).

Excessive brake pedal travel

• The automatic rear brake adjustment mechanism is faulty (Chapter 9).
• The master cylinder is faulty (Chapter 9).
• Air in the hydraulic system (Chapter 9).
• The vacuum booster is faulty (Chapter 9).
• The vacuum pump is faulty (Chapter 9).

When pressing the brake pedal there is a "softness" feeling

• Air in the hydraulic system (Chapter 9).
• Deterioration of the flexible rubber tubes of the high-pressure brake system line.
• The master cylinder mounting nuts have become loose (Chapter 9).
• The master cylinder is faulty (Chapter 9).

To stop the car you have to press the brake pedal very hard

• The vacuum booster is faulty (Chapter 9).
• The brake booster hose is disconnected, damaged, or leaking (Chapters 1 and 9).
• The brake vacuum pump is faulty (Chapter 9).
• One of the brake hydraulic drives failed (Chapter 9).
• The brake caliper or brake cylinder piston(s) are sticking (Chapter 9).
• Brake pads are not installed correctly (Chapter 9).
• The brake pads are installed in the wrong type (Chapter 9).
• Brake pads or linings are dirty (Chapter 9).

Intense vibration is felt through the brake pedal or steering wheel when braking

• Excessive runout or warping of front discs or rear drums (Chapter 9).
• The brake shoe linings or the brake shoe itself are worn out (Chapter 9).
• The brake caliper mounting bolts have become loose (Chapter 9).
• The rear drum brake support disc mounting bolts have become loose (Chapter 9).
• Wear in suspension or control components or mountings (chapter 10).

brakes "grabbing"

• The piston gets stuck in the front caliper or in the rear brake cylinder (Chapter 9).
• The parking brake mechanism is not adjusted correctly (Chapter 9).
• The master cylinder is faulty (Chapter 9).

Rear wheel lockup during normal braking

• The rear brake shoe linings are dirty (Chapter 9).
• The brake pressure regulating valve is faulty - if installed (Chapter 9).
• The load distribution valve is faulty or incorrectly adjusted - if installed (Chapter 9).