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:
Input Shaft and Bearing
Special Tool(s)
Input Shaft Seal Replacer
308-220 (T94P-7025-AH)
Pinion Bearing Cone Remover
205-D002 (D79L-4621-A) or
Equivalent
Disassembly
1. Using the special tool and a press, remove the input bearing (7025).
2. Remove t ...
Component Tests
Grid Wire Test
1. Using a bright lamp inside the vehicle, inspect the wire grid from
the exterior. A broken grid wire
will appear as a brown spot.
2. Run the engine at idle. Set the rear window defrost switch to ON. The
indicator light should
co ...
Transmission (ASSEMBLY)
Special Tool(s)
Dial Indicator Gauge with
Holding Fixture
100-002 (TOOL-4201-C)
Rubber Tip Air Nozzle
100-D009 (D93L-7000-A)
Alignment Gauge, TR Sensor
307-351 (T97L-70010-A)
Slide Hammer
100-001 (T50T-1 ...
