Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hydro-Boost Bleeding
1. NOTE: The Hydro-Boost power brake booster (2B560) is generally self-bleeding, and the following procedure will normally bleed the air from the power brake booster. Normal operation of the vehicle will further remove any additional trapped air.
Fill the power steering oil reservoir (3A697) with MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
2. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) fuse to prevent the engine from starting.
3. Crank the engine for several seconds.
4. Check the fluid level in the power steering oil reservoir and add if necessary. Install the powertrain control module (PCM) fuse.
5. Start the engine.
6. With the engine running, turn the steering wheel (3600) from stop-to-stop twice. Turn the engine off.
7. Depress the brake pedal (2455) several times to discharge the accumulator.
8. Repeat Steps 5 and 6.
9. If foaming occurs, stop the engine and allow the foam to dissipate.
10. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 as required, until all the air is removed from the system (when the foaming stops).
Brake Booster - Hydro-Boost (Description and Operation)
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 brak ...
Brake Booster - Vacuum (Removal and Installation)
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
2. Remove the air cleaner housing.
3. Remove the brake master cylinder nuts.
4. Position the brake master cylinder (2140) aside.
5. W ...
Other materials:
Electronic Engine Controls (Description and Operation)
The electronic engine controls consist of the following:
powertrain control module (PCM)
throttle position (TP) sensor
idle air control (IAC) valve
engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor
cylinder head temperature sensor
camshaft position ...
Wheel And Tire
Removal
1. CAUTION: Do not use heat to loosen a seized wheel nut (1012). Heat
can damage
the wheel and wheel bearings.
NOTE: To avoid damage or scratching to the center cap, place facing up
when removed.
Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. NOTE: To avoid wheel damag ...
Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system
to duplicate the
condition.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical concerns apply:
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
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