Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
PEDAL TRAVEL
1. Install the Rotunda Car Gauge or equivalent on the brake pedal.
2. Hook a steel measuring tape to the brake pedal.
3. Measure and record the distance from the brake pedal free height position to the reference point, which is at the six o'clock position on the steering
wheel rim.
4. With the steel tape still hooked to the brake pedal,
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Apply a 111 N (25 lb) load to the center of the brake pedal.
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Maintain the brake pedal load.
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Measure the distance from the brake pedal to the fixed reference point on the steering wheel rim parallel to the centerline of the steering
column.
5. The difference between the brake pedal free height measurement and the depressed pedal measurement under a 111 N (25 lb) load should be 76.2
mm (3 inches) maximum.
6. If the brake pedal travel is more than the maximum dimension specification, attempt to adjust by Applying and releasing the parking brake 2-5
times.
7. Bleed the brake system.
