Crown Victoria V8-4.6L VIN W (2000)
Brake Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Brake Fluid Reservoir
Removal
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If
brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink
water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
1. Disconnect the brake master cylinder fluid level switch.
2. Use a suitable suction device to drain the brake master cylinder reservoir.
3. Carefully pry up on the brake master cylinder reservoir and remove.
Installation
1. Note: Whenever replacing the brake master cylinder reservoir, replace the grommets.
Install the brake master cylinder reservoir.
1
Lubricate the two grommets with High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent fluid meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A. If DOT 3 is not available, use DOT 4 Brake Fluid meeting Ford specification SAE-J-1704-DOT 4. Insert the grommets into
the brake master cylinder.
2
Press the brake master cylinder reservoir into the grommets until it is fully seated.
3
Connect the brake master cylinder fluid level switch.
4
Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent fluid meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A. If DOT 3 is not available, use DOT 4 Brake Fluid meeting Ford specification SAE-J-1704-DOT 4.
