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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Flush
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Whenever new brake components are installed in the hydraulic system, it is recommended that the entire hydraulic system be thoroughly flushed with clean brake fluid.
It may sometime become necessary to flush out the system due to the presence of mineral oil, kerosene, gasoline, etc., which will cause swelling of rubber piston cups and valves and render them inoperative.
Flushing is performed at ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Description -> Dual Piston Calipers -> Single Piston Calipers
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Single Piston Calipers
The caliper assembly consists of a pin sliding caliper housing, inner and outer shoe and lining assemblies and a single piston, Figs. through . The caliper slides on two pins which also act as attaching bolts between caliper and the combination anchor plate and spindle. The outer brake shoe and lining assembly is longer than the inner brake shoe and lining assembly. Inner and outer shoe and lining assemblies are attached to the caliper by spring clips riveted to the shoe surfaces. The inner shoe is attached to the caliper by installing the spring clip to the i...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, calipers and linings. Inspect and repack wheel bearings if necessary.
If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.
If caliper was removed when installing new parts, clean all parts in alcohol, then wipe dry using lint-free cloths. Using an air hose, blow out drilled passages and bores. Inspect dust boots for punctures or tears. If punctures or tears are evident, install new boots during assembly.
Inspect piston bores in both housings for scoring or pitting. Bores showing light scratches or...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car -> System Service -> 1997 -> 1998 -> ABS Module (ECU) -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Continental -> Continental, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Continental, Sable & Taurus -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Front Speed Indicator Ring -> Front Wheel Sensor -> Hydraulic Control Unit -> Installation -> Manual -> Pressure -> Rear Speed Indicator Ring -> Rear Wheel Sensor -> Removal -> Sable & Taurus -> Sable & Taurus Sedan -> Sable & Taurus Wagon -> Stop Lamp Switch
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Brake System Bleed
Manual
The primary and secondary (front and rear) hydraulic brake systems are individual systems and are bled separately. Bleed longest tube first on individual system being serviced. During complete bleeding operation, DO NOT allow the master cylinder reservoir to run dry. Never reuse brake fluid that has been drained from hydraulic system or has been allowed to stand in an open container for an extended period of time.
- Clean all dirt from master cylinder filler cap, then remove cap.
- When bleeding the primary (rear) brake system, position a suitable box wrench on ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Rotor, Replace -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Installation -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang
Removal
- Remove rear disc brake caliper assembly as described under " Caliper Service." Do not disconnect flexible hose unless caliper requires service. Support caliper with wire or tie strap so flexible hose is not stretched or twisted.
- Remove rear disc support bracket to wheel knuckle bolts, then the rear disc support bracket and brake shoes and linings.
- Remove two nuts, then the rotor from rear hub.
Installation
- If installing new rotor, remove protective coating from rotor with suitable carburetor cleaner.
- Lub...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Lincoln Continental AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 Lincoln Continental cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Cleaning & Inspection -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Disassemble -> Escort, Probe, Tracer & ZX2 -> Inspection -> Installation -> Overhaul -> Removal -> Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Lincoln Continental 4.6 V8 GAS
Replace
Cougar, Sable, Taurus, Thunderbird & 1997-98 Continental, Mark VIII & Mustang
Removal
- Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Disconnect brake hose from caliper assembly.
- Remove retaining clip, then disconnect parking brake cable from lever arm.
- Using open end wrench to hold slider pin in position, remove pinch bolts, Fig. .
- Lift caliper assembly from anchor plate, then remove slider pins and boots.
Installation
- Apply suitable silicone dielectric compound to slider pins and inside of boots.
- Place slider pins and boots on anchor plate, then position ...
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