Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Rear Disc Brake (Description and Operation)
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.
The rear disc brake system consists of:
- solid, full-cast brake disc (2C026).
- hydraulically activated rear disc brake caliper (2552).
- integral mechanically (cable) operated parking brake mechanism that is self-adjusting.
Rear Disc Brake System Components
Rear Disc Brake
General Specifications
Torque Specifications
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Caliper (Removal and Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Rear Caliper Piston Adjuster
206-026 (T87P-2588-A)
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Disengage the parking br ...
Other materials:
Caliper
1. NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system
bleed if only the disc brake caliper
(2B120) was disconnected.
Place a box end wrench on the disc brake caliper bleeder screw (2208).
Attach a rubber drain
tube to the disc brake caliper b ...
Clutch Pedal Position (CPP) Switch
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information,
refer to Section.
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Remove the bolt and the clutch pedal position (CPP) switch.
Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. ...
Striker Adjustment
NOTE: After adjusting the door latch striker plate, verify that the
door can be closed easily and fits
tightly.
1. Loosen the door latch striker plate bolts.
2. Reposition the door latch striker plate from side to side or up and down
as necessary.
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