OEM 2006 Ford Taurus Wheel Cylinder

2006 Ford Taurus Wheel Cylinder Parts Q&A

• Q: What are the steps and precautions for servicing and repairing the wheel cylinder on 2006 Ford Taurus?

  A: The wheel cylinder needs only DOT 3 brake fluid during service and repair steps because other types will permanently damage brake components and disable brake functionality. Handle brake fluid carefully because it includes polyglycol ethers and polyglycols and maintain eye contact and hand wash after contact. If your eyes are exposed to the fluid seek immediate medical attention after rinsing with running water for a period of 15 minutes. Ingestion of the substance requires water-drinking followed by vomit induction prior to seeking emergency medical care immediately. The fluid used for brakes should be treated with care since it affects painted surfaces and plastics making direct exposure require an immediate water wash of the touched area. First drain out brake shoes before disconnecting the brake line fitting while tightening it to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.) when reinstalling. Continue by taking out the two wheel cylinder bolts before tightening them to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.) when installing them. Perform the opposite steps to reinstall the wheel cylinder before performing a brake bleed process.