Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)

NOTE: This procedure only needs to be performed if the 4-wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) hydraulic control unit (HCU) has been installed new or if the HCU lines have been opened.

1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap (2162), and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir (2K478) with the specified brake fluid.

Bleeding - Components

2. Connect a clear waste line to the RH rear bleeder screw (2208) and the other end in a container partially filled with recommended brake fluid.

Bleeding - Components

3. Loosen the RH rear bleeder screw until a stream of brake fluid comes out. While the assistant maintains pressure on the brake pedal (2455), tighten the RH rear bleeder screw.

  • Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.
  • Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary.

4. Tighten the RH rear bleeder screw, and disconnect the waste line.

Bleeding - Components

5. Repeat Steps 2, 3 and 4 for the LH rear bleeder screw, the RH front disc brake caliper (2B120) bleeder screw, and the LH front disc brake caliper bleeder screw, in that order.

Bleeding - Components

6. Connect the scan tool DCL cable adapter into the vehicle data link connector (DLC) under the dash, and follow the scan tool instructions.

Bleeding - Components

7. Repeat the system bleed procedure as outlined in Steps 1 through 5.

    Master Cylinder Priming - 4.6L
    1. CAUTION: Use only bleed screws on the engine side of the brake master cylinder (2140). The hydro-boost bleed screw, located near the dash on the hydro-booster casting, is for the booster ...

    Caliper
    1. NOTE: It is not necessary to do a complete brake system bleed if only the disc brake caliper (2B120) was disconnected. Place a box end wrench on the disc brake caliper bleeder screw (2208). ...

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    Removal
    Both mounts 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to Section. 3. Rotate the drive belt tensioner clockwise and detach the drive belt from th ...

    Motor - Window Regulator
    Removal 1. Remove the door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the screws and the speaker. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Remove the screws and the window regulator motor. Installation 1. To install, ...

    Installation
    1. Position the fuel charging wiring in the vehicle and attach to the rear of the intake manifold. 2. NOTE: Make sure the locking clips are fully engaged into the bracket. Reposition the accelerator cable and the speed control cable (if equipped) and ...