Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
1. Disconnect the brake master cylinder outlet lines.
Install Short Brake Tubes
2. Install short brake tubes with ends submerged in the brake master cylinder reservoir and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with High
Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or DOT 3 equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3.
3. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows from both brake lines.
4. Remove the short brake lines and install the brake outlet lines.
5. Bleed each brake tube at the brake master cylinder as follows:
a. Have an assistant pump the brake pedal 10 times and then hold firm pressure on the brake pedal.
b. Loosen the rearmost brake tube fittings until a stream of brake fluid comes out.
c. Have an assistant maintain pressure on the brake pedal while tightening the brake tube fitting. Repeat this operation until clear, bubble-free
fluid comes out.
d. Refill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary. Repeat the bleeding operation at the front brake tube.
Tighten Brake Tubes
6. Tighten the brake lines.
Overhaul
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.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove brake master cylinder.
2. Clean the outside of the brake master cylinder.
3. Remove the brake master cylinder filler cap and drain the remaining brake fluid.
