1999 Ford Escort Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> System Depressurizing
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

System Depressurizing

On models equipped with anti-lock brakes, hyd...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Remove wheels and inspect brake disc, calipers and linings. Inspect and repack wheel bearings if required.

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 components, clean all components 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 scr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Parking Brake

  • Start engine and move shift control selector lever into Reverse position.
  • With vehicle moving in Reverse, press and release brake pedal several times.
  • Move shift control selector lever into Park position, then stop engine.
  • Position both front seats to rearmost position, then remove front console screws.
  • Recline both front seats, then remove rear con...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc & Parking Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus -> Contour & Mystique -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Marauder & Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Installation -> LS & Thunderbird -> Removal -> Replacement
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake system power booster must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition in the Off position.

After performing any service work, obtain a firm brake pedal before moving the vehicle.

Continental, Cougar, Mustang, Sable & Taurus

Removal

On models with air suspension, turn service switch Off before beginning repairs.

  • Raise and support rear of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake hose bracket to shock unit bra...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Drive Cycle Test -> Pinpoint Tests -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

The anti-lock brake/traction assist electronic control module is capable of performing a self-test using New Generation Star (NGS) tester 007-00500, or equivalent, scan tool.

The ABS control module monitors system operation and stores all defined diagnostic trouble codes in its memory. It is important to understand the control module cannot recognize some failures. Therefore, if a problem exists and no diagnostic trouble codes are stored by the control module, other diagnostic steps must be followed. The module cannot store a diagnostic troub...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Ford Escort cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Hydraulic Brake System Specifications
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

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