Testing and Inspection - Brake Master Cylinder - Crown Victoria V8-281 46L SFI (1998)
Brake Master Cylinder: Adjustments
If necessary, a booster push rod length can be verified with a push rod gauge using the following procedure:
1. Without disconnecting the brake tubes, disconnect the brake master cylinder and set it away from the booster power unit. The brake master
cylinder must be supported to prevent damaging the brake tubes.
2. With the engine idling, gauge and adjust the push rod length. A force of approximately 22 N (5 lbs.) applied to the push rod with the gauge will
make sure that the push rod is seated with the power brake booster.
3. After push rod adjustment, install the brake master cylinder on the power brake booster. Gradually alternate the tighting of the retaining nuts to 21
- 29 Nm (16 - 21 ft. lbs.)