OEM 2005 Ford Thunderbird Brake Master Cylinder

2005 Ford Thunderbird Brake Master Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Properly Bleed the Brake Master Cylinder on 2005 Ford Thunderbird?

  A: The safety procedure for brake system bleeding begins with avoiding brake fluid contact because it contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols and must be followed by handwashing and eye flush with running water for 15 minutes after which medical care should be sought if irritation continues. The brake master cylinder reservoir requires a steady supply of DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid during the process because emptying the reservoir allows air to enter the system which causes the brake pedal to become spongy. It is important to prime the brake master cylinder system before new installation or after emptying it because this protects against air entry. Install two short brake tubes at the brake master cylinder fittings and let their ends remain in the reservoir where you fill the tank with brake fluid. A helper should activate the brake pedal by pumping it so clear fluid with no bubbles appears from both tubes. Reinstall the brake tube fittings into the brake master cylinder when all short tubes have been taken away. The process to bleed a fitting demands having the assistant pressure the brake pedal firmly before releasing the rear brake tube fitting to drain fluid while tightly securing the fitting. Repeat the bleeding process until the fluid stream runs without bubbles while keeping the reservoir supply sufficient before proceeding with the front tube fitting. The assistant should keep brake pedal pressure until the two brake master cylinder tube fittings achieve a torque of 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).