Expedition 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
Brake Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Brake Fluid Reservoir
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.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect the brake master cylinder fluid level warning switch electrical connector.
3. Use a suitable suction device to drain the brake master cylinder reservoir.
4. Carefully pry up on the brake master cylinder reservoir to remove.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the brake master cylinder reservoir.
a. Lubricate the two grommets with High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or DOT 3 equivalent meeting Ford specification
ESA-M6C25-A, DOT 3 and insert the grommets in the brake master cylinder.
b. Press the brake master cylinder reservoir into the grommets until it snaps.
c. Connect the brake master cylinder fluid level warning switch electrical connector.
d. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19S42-AB or DOT 3 equivalent meeting Ford
specification ESA-M6C25-A, DOT3.
NOTE: Whenever replacing the brake master cylinder reservoir, replace the grommets.
2. Connect the battery ground cable.