OEM 2001 Ford Escort Wheel Cylinder

2001 Ford Escort Wheel Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the wheel cylinder on 2001 Ford Escort?

  A: The wheel cylinder needs servicing by starting with the removal of rear brake shoes along with linings. When working with brake fluid exercise caution because its polyglycol ethers and polyglycols are harmful to your body and must be avoided from getting in your eyes while you should wash hands thoroughly after finishing work. Symptoms of eye irritation after contact should be addressed by flushing with running water for 15 minutes before you consult a doctor. Drinking water followed by induced vomiting should only be performed before going to get immediate medical assistance. The damage of brake fluid on painted surfaces and plastics requires immediate cleaning with water but do not delay the cleanup. The bleeding of the hydraulic system becomes necessary after reconnection because air has entered through disconnected parts of the hydraulic system leading to spongy brake pedal action. First detach the brake tube from the rear wheel cylinder before taking out the bolts maintaining the rear wheel cylinder. Installation must begin with bleeding the brake hydraulic system before following the opposite steps for removal.