Q: How to Service and Repair the Brake Proportioning Valve on Ford Escape?
A: Service and repair of the brake proportioning/combination valve can start after removing the brake pressure control valve. The six brake line fittings need removal before using plugs to seal the brake lines from fluid leakage. The service requires first removing the bolts which fasten the brake pressure control valve. To install the device perform the reverse order of steps from removal while completing a brake system bleeding procedure. Brake fluid handling requires attention since the mixture includes polyglycol ethers and polyglycols that produce irritation. Wear protective gear when working with brake fluid because contact with eyes requires immediate wash with water for 15 minutes followed by medical assistance when necessary while hand washing should also be thorough after use. An eye exposure requires immediate flushing with water for 15 minutes before medical help should be sought if symptoms do not improve. After ingestion of brake fluid drinkers should seek fast medical help after they drink water and vomit. The fluid poses a risk to painted surfaces and plastics so immediately clean affected areas by using water after any release occurs.
Q: How to Service and Repair the Brake Proportioning Valve on Ford Mustang?
A: Service and repair of the brake proportioning/combination valve starts with disconnecting brake tubes and unwiring the brake fluid control valve bracket nut. The installation of these components should include performing the removal steps in reverse order.