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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Freestar & Monterey -> Description
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, with or without stability assist, simultaneously manages the anti-lock braking, traction control and engine control systems to maintain vehicle control during deceleration and acceleration. The ABS accomplishes this by communicating with the other modules over the high speed controller area network (HS-CAN) bus.

When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, the module carries out a preliminary electrical check and, at approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the hydraulic pump motor is turned on for approximately one half-second. Any malfunction of...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> Freestar & Monterey
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

The inertia switch is locate...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

Front

  • With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist.
  • Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolts and position disc brake caliper aside.
  • Remove front axle wheel hub retainer nut and washer.
  • Remove lower control arm bal...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures -> TPMS Sensor Activation -> TPMS Sensor Training
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS

TPMS Sensor Activation

To conserve battery power, the TPMS sensors will go into a sleep mode after approximately 30 minutes of inactivity. The sensors will not transmit tire pressure information while in sleep mode. The sensors must be activated to transmit the latest tire pressure information.

  • Place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Position Ford TPMS activation tool, or equivalent, against the LF tire side wall 180° from the valve stem.
  • The TPMS activation tool will flash a green light and sound a beep for each successful response from a TPMS sensor.
  • Press the TPMS activat...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar SEL 4.2 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise, then position drive belt aside.
  • Position alternator B+ terminal protective boot aside, remove nut, then disconnect B+ terminal connector.
  • Remove air conditioning line bracket m...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2003 Windstar & 2004-07 Freestar & Monterey
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar Limited 4.2 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Release the cabin air filter cover retaining snaps, then remove the cover. The cabin air filter cover is located on the ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS

When fuel level drops below a predetermined level, the CHECK GAUGE indicator should light. The CHECK GAUGE indicator shoul...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Remove hose from oil filter adapter hose and heater tube assembly.
  • Reposition hose clamp from oil filter adapter.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from oil filter adapter...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar Limited 4.2 V6 GAS

  • Use drive belt tensioner pulley bolt to rotate drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove drive...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Liftgate Components Diagram for 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GASLiftgate Components Diagram for 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • License Lamp
  • High Mounted Stop Lamp
  • Liftgate Ajar Switch
  • Wiper Motor Assembly
  • Liftgate Lock Actuator
  • Body Components Diagram for 2006 Ford Freestar SEL 4.2 V6 GASBody Components Diagram for 2006 Ford Freestar SEL 4.2 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Cargo Lamp
  • Park Lamp
  • Turn Lamp
  • Interior Lamp
  • Map Lamp Assembly
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Ford Freestar SEL 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Ford Freestar SEL 4.2 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Overhead Console
  • Power Liftgate Module
  • 2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Ford Freestar SE 3.9 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Memory Set Switch
  • Driver Seat Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SPARK KNOCK UNDER LIGHT LOAD AND ACCELERATION - SPLIT PORT INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL (IMRC)
    Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Document: DAMAGED SPARK PLUG ELECTRODE / MIL DTC P030X
    Vehicle: 2006 Ford Freestar 3.9 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Driveability
  • Noise
  • Auto Systems:
  • Ignition, Electronic Ignition
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Ford Freestar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2006 Ford Freestar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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