Ford Mustang Service Manual: Parking Brake (Diagnosis and Testing)
Parking Brake (Description and Operation)
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The parking brake system is cable-actuated and controlled by an independent hand-operated parking brake control (2780). To apply parking brake, pull parking brake control upward as far as possible.
The parking brake system is an AUTO-ADJUST system. The spring in the parking brake control continuously adjusts the cable tension in the system.
Brake Warning System
A parking brake warning indicator:
- is located in the instrument panel.
- illuminates to signal the driver the parking brake is applied or to signal a low fluid condition.
- remains lit when a brake malfunction has occurred.
Parking Brake (Description and Operation)
Parking Brake (Description and Operation)
The parking brake system is cable-actuated and controlled by an independent
hand-operated parking
brake control (2780). To apply parking brake, pul ...
Parking Brake Cable Tension Release
Parking Brake (Description and Operation)
The parking brake system is cable-actuated and controlled by an independent
hand-operated parking
brake control (2780). To apply parking brake, pul ...
Other materials:
Sensor - Rear
Anti-Lock Control
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 42 , Anti-Lock Brake for schematic and
connector information.
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool ...
Installation
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to
Section .
3. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to
Cr ...
Visual Inspection Chart
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Use of any other than the approved DOT 3 brake fluid will
cause permanent
damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact
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