Hydraulic System: Description and Operation

Hydraulic Brake Actuation
This vehicle is equipped with a brake pedal actuated dual brake system. The system consists of the following:
^ power brake booster
^ brake pedal (fixed or adjustable)
^ brake master cylinder
^ disc brake caliper
^ rear wheel cylinders (if so equipped)
^ rear disc brake calipers (if so equipped)
^ brake tubes and hoses
^ anti-lock brake system (ABS) components
The standard dual brake system is split front and rear, with the front brakes comprising one circuit and the rear brakes, the other circuit.

Brake Fluid

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and with render the brakes inoperative.

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.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled. onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

Use clean, fresh Ford High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25A.
^ Do not reuse brake fluid drained or bled from the system.
^ Do not use brake fluid that has been stored in an open container.
^ Do not use contaminated brake fluid.
^ Do not mix different types of brake fluid.