Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 electrical concerns apply:
Visual Inspection Chart
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3. If the inspection reveals obvious concern(s) that can be readily identified, service as necessary.
4. If concern(s) remains after the inspection, determine the symptoms. GO to Symptom Chart .
Symptom Chart
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Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A: PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT APPLY
Test Step | Result / Action to Take |
A1 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE CABLES | Yes INSTALL a new parking brake cable as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation. No GO to A2 . |
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A2 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE CONTROL | Yes INSTALL a new parking brake lever. RESTORE vehicle and TEST the system for normal operation. No REPAIR the binding condition in the parking brake control. TEST the system for normal operation. |
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PINPOINT TEST B: PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT RELEASE
Test Step | Result / Action to Take |
B1 CHECK PARKING BRAKE CONTROL | Yes GO to B2 . No INSTALL a new parking brake control. RESTORE the vehicle and TEST the system for normal operation. |
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B2 CHECK PARKING BRAKE CABLES | Yes GO to B3 . No INSTALL new parking brake cables. RESTORE the vehicle and TEST the system for normal operation. |
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B3 CHECK REAR PARKING BRAKE LEVERS | Yes INSTALL a new parking brake lever. RESTORE vehicle and TEST the system for normal operation. No REPAIR or INSTALL a new rear brake component if worn or damaged. TEST the system for normal operation. |
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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 ...
Parking Brake Cable Tension Release
1. CAUTION: If any component in the parking brake system requires
repair or if the
rear axle housing (4010) is removed, the cable tension must be released.
Place the parking brake control (2780) ...
Other materials:
Communications Network (Diagnosis and Testing)
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 14 , Multiplex Communication Network for
schematic and connector
information.
Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter or
equivalent
105-R0051
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Genera ...
Engine and Radiator Flushing
Special Tool(s)
Coolant System
Drain/Flush/Fill
164-R3673 or equivalent
Flush Kit
164-R3658 or equivalent
Drain Kit
164-R3662 or equivalent
Material
Item
Specification
Motorcraft Premium Cooling
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Retractor - Front Seat Safety Belt, Coupe
Special Tool(s)
Torx Bit, Safety Belt Bolt
501-010 (T77L-2100-A)
Removal
1. Remove the quarter trim panel (31012). For additional information, refer
to Section.
2. Using the special tool, remove the bolt and the safety belt retractor.
Remov ...