OEM 2008 Ford Taurus Brake Master Cylinder

2008 Ford Taurus Brake Master Cylinder Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the brake master cylinder on 2008 Ford Taurus?

  A: The successful service and repair of the brake master cylinder requires using clean brake fluid according to manufacturer specifications while discarding avoided previously drained fluid to stop contamination and damage. The first step involves pressing the brake pedal multiple times until all vacuum from the brake booster passes out with the engine engine switched off. A suitable suction device will extract liquid from the brake master cylinder reservoir after removing the battery tray and air cleaner assembly. Users must separate the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector from the master cylinder as well as disconnect the brake tubes but should tighten the connections to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft) for ABS-equipped vehicles and 22 Nm (16 lb-ft) for vehicles with ABS/stability assist and traction control. Security caps should be placed on brake tubes while master cylinder ports receive the plugs. The master cylinder-to-booster seal should be separated from the master cylinder before discarding both brake master cylinder nuts and extracting the brake master cylinder. Apply new nuts during the installation process before tightening them to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft). Perform a reverse installation of the brake system by performing a brake fluid bleed while testing its proper operation. Brake fluid poses a risk to painted as well as plastic materials so you must wash spills right away using water. To get emergency medical information about Ford/Motorcraft products call 1-800-959-3673 while referring to the product Material Safety Data Sheet when it is accessible for consulting.