Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN S (2000)
Brake Master Cylinder: Description and Operation
Brake Master Cylinder
The brake master cylinder is a dual piston type. The brake master cylinder operates as follows:
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When the brake pedal is depressed, pressure is applied by mechanical linkage to the primary and secondary piston.
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Brake master cylinder pistons apply hydraulic pressure to the two opposed hydraulic circuits.
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ABS brake master cylinder will not be overhauled, due to internal adjustments which require extensive special tools and fixtures. Service is made
by installing a new master cylinder only.
The brake master cylinder consists of:
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brake master cylinder reservoir
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brake master cylinder body
