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  • 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS, CID:182, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:182, Engine VIN:, Desg:U
  • 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS, CID:245, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:245, Engine VIN:, Desg:X

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Vacuum Brake Booster -> Power Brake Unit Service
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

The Bendix vacuum brake booster unit is se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-96 Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Handling -> Control Unit Upgrades
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Brake Fluid Handling

Brake fluid can cause serious injury and vehicle damage if not handled properly. Avoid contact with eyes and do not allow fluid to splash or spill on painted surfaces. Wash hands thoroughly after handlin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-96 Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Use the ABS wiring circuits, Figs. through , to aid in performing a thorough visual inspection of ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description -> Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger -> Bronco, E-150 & F-150 -> E-250-350, F-250-350 & F-Super Duty, Front -> F-Super Duty, Rear -> Villager -> Windstar
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Aerostar, Explorer & Ranger

These models use a pin sliding caliper type system, Fig. , in which the caliper slides on two pins attached to the spindle assembly.

Bronco, E-150 & F-150

These models use the LD (Light Duty) pin rail sliding caliper type system, Fig. , in which the single piston caliper slides on two pins attaching the caliper to the spindle assembly.

E-250-350, F-250-350 & F-Super Duty, Front

These models use the HD (Heavy Duty) pin rail sliding caliper type system, Fig. ,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> 1993-96 Aerostar, E-Series, F-Series & Ranger (RABS) -> Description -> Component Locations -> Operation -> System Self-Test
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Operation

The rear anti-lock brake system (RABS II) monitors rear wheel speed through a rear axle mounted sensor. If a lockup condition begins to develop, the RABS II module will control hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes, inhibiting wheel lockup.

Component Locations

Refer to Figs. through for RABS II component locations.

System Self-Test

The RABS II module performs system tests during vehicle start-up and normal operation. The RABS II valve assembly, sensor and fluid level circuits are monit...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Aerostar, Bronco, Explorer, E-150, F-150 & Ranger -> Adjustments -> Drums Installed -> Drums Removed -> Explorer -> Parking Brake Except Rear Disc -> Parking Brake w/Rear Disc -> Rear Disc -> Service Brake
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Service Brake

The rear brake shoes adjust automatically when the vehicle is driven in reverse and the brakes are applied sharply several times. Manual adjustment is required only when brake shoes are replaced. When adjusting rear brakes, ensure parking brake is properly adjusted and equalizer is operating freely.

Drums Removed
  • With drums removed, clean areas where shoes contact backing plate, then apply suitable lubricant to these contact areas. Ensure lubricant does not contaminate linings.
  • Using suitable brake shoe adjusting gauge, adjust gauge to inside diameter of brake drum.
  • Reverse...

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