Ford Mustang Service Manual: Shield

Rear Disc Brake (

Description and Operation)

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.

The rear disc brake system consists of:

  • solid, full-cast brake disc (2C026).
  • hydraulically activated rear disc brake caliper (2552).
  • integral mechanically (cable) operated parking brake mechanism that is self-adjusting.

Rear Disc Brake System Components

 


 

Caliper (Removal and Installation)


    Brake Caliper Support Bracket
    Rear Disc Brake (Description and Operation) WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contac ...

    Caliper (Disassembly and Assembly)
    Rear Disc Brake (Description and Operation) WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contac ...

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    Component Tests
    Inspection and Verification 1. Road test. Verify the customer's concern by performing a road test on a smooth road. 2. Inspect tires. Check the tire pressure with all normal loads in the vehicle and the tires cold. For additional information, refer t ...

    Axle Housing
    Rear Drive Axle and Differential   The differential housing (4010) consists of a cast aluminum housing and a cast aluminum differential housing cover (4033). The differential housing cover uses silicone sealant as a gasket. The hypoid-desig ...

    Creating a MyKey
    Use the information display to create a MyKey. For Type 1 information displays: 1. Insert the key you want to program into the ignition. 2. Switch the ignition on. 3. Access the main menu within the information display, and press SETUP using the informat ...