Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Brake Pedal Assy: Testing and Inspection
Free Height Measurement
NOTE: Measure the brake pedal free height AND travel with the engine running for full power brake operation and the parking brake fully released.
PREPARATION
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Block wheels.
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Apply and release Park Brake. If park brake does not fully release, diagnose and repair parking brake before continuing. See: Parking Brake
System/Testing and Inspection
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"START" engine for full power brake operation.
NOTE: "A" Dimension to be measured to sheet metal from center of pad on the accelerator pedal side of the brake pedal pad.
FREE HEIGHT
1. Insert a slender, sharp-pointed prod through the floor carpet and sound deadener to the floor metal.
2. Measure the distance from floor pan to the top of the brake pedal pad. Measurement should be: 174-200 mm (7-8 inch).
3. If the position of the brake pedal is not within specification, check the brake pedal for missing, worn or damaged bushings or loose retaining bolts
and replace if required.
4. If the brake pedal free height is still out of specification, check the brake pedal, power brake booster or brake master cylinder to be sure the correct
parts are installed. Replace any incorrect, worn or damaged parts.
NOTE: "B" Dimension to be measured parallel to the vertical center line of the steering column with a 111 N (25 lb) load applied to the center line of
the brake pedal pad.
