Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Hydro-Boost Bleeding
1. NOTE: The Hydro-Boost power brake booster (2B560) is generally self-bleeding, and the following procedure will normally bleed the air from the power brake booster. Normal operation of the vehicle will further remove any additional trapped air.
Fill the power steering oil reservoir (3A697) with MERCON Multi-Purpose ATF XT-2-QDX or MERCON equivalent.
2. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) fuse to prevent the engine from starting.
3. Crank the engine for several seconds.
4. Check the fluid level in the power steering oil reservoir and add if necessary. Install the powertrain control module (PCM) fuse.
5. Start the engine.
6. With the engine running, turn the steering wheel (3600) from stop-to-stop twice. Turn the engine off.
7. Depress the brake pedal (2455) several times to discharge the accumulator.
8. Repeat Steps 5 and 6.
9. If foaming occurs, stop the engine and allow the foam to dissipate.
10. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 as required, until all the air is removed from the system (when the foaming stops).
Brake Booster - Hydro-Boost (Description and Operation)
The Hydro-Boost brake booster is a hydraulically operated brake booster
powered by the power
steering pump (3A674). The power steering pump provides the fluid pressure to
operate both the
power brak ...
Brake Booster - Vacuum (Removal and Installation)
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301).
2. Remove the air cleaner housing.
3. Remove the brake master cylinder nuts.
4. Position the brake master cylinder (2140) aside.
5. W ...
Other materials:
Weld Nut Repair - "J" Nut, Restraints Control
Module
(RCM)
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal
injury, the backup
power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or
side air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing,
replacing, ...
Steering Column Switches (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 13 , Power Distribution for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 81 , Interval Wiper/Washer for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 85 , Headlamps for schematic and co ...
Driveshaft (Description and Operation)
NOTE: All driveshaft assemblies are balanced. If undercoating the
vehicle, protect the driveshaft to
prevent overspray of any undercoating material.
The driveshaft has the following features:
A tubular shaft used to transfer engine torque from the ...
