Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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, 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 and Actuation
Torque Specifications
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Parking Brake (Diagnosis and Testing)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the parking brake system to
duplicate the condition.
2. Inspect to determine if one of the following mechanical or electrica ...
Other materials:
Axle Housing Casting Porosity (Holes in Casting) Repair
CAUTION: To keep the axle's sound characteristics, do not disassemble
the carrier.
NOTE: Casting porosity is a condition where occasionally gas bubbles will
form during the casting
process leaving small pockets in the metal that will cause the axle housing t ...
Battery Tray
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come
near the battery. When
charging or working near a battery, always sh ...
Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Before removing and installing the generic electronic
module (GEM) or its
connectors, disconnect the battery. Failure to follow this caution will
result in the GEM storing
many erroneous DTCs, and it may exhibit erratic operation after
in ...
