Ford Falcon. Manual — part 61
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Brake System — General Information
206-00-6
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Rotor Wear and Runout
Brake System
Remove the wheel to inspect the rotor.
Special Tool(s)
Check the rotor for scoring. Minor scores need not
Vacuum Pump
be removed. If the rotor is excessively scored,
416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or
refinish it in accordance with the Specifications or
equivalant
replace the rotor.
When checking front rotor runout, be sure to take
the wheel bearing end play into account. Remove
the rotor if necessary.
Front wheel bearing end play is critical and must
be within specifications.
Inspection and Verification
To check the rear rotor run-out either apply a load
to the end of the axle shaft to remove the end
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol
float in the bearing or remove the axle shaft and
ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes.
rotor assembly from the housing and check the
Wash hands throughly after handling. If brake
run-out by mounting the axle on its centres.
fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water
Clamp a dial indicator to the caliper housing so
for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation
that the stylus contacts the braking surface of the
persists. If taken internally, drink water and
rotor approximately 32 mm from the outer edge
induce vomiting. Get medical attention
for a front rotor or 3mm from the outer edge for a
immediately. Failure to follow these instructions
rear rotor.
may result in personal injuiry.
Rotate the rotor and take an indicator reading. If
the total lateral run-out exceeds 0.08 mm for a
CAUTION: Do not spill brake fluid onto
front rotor or 0.05 mm for a rear rotor, resurface
painted surfaces. If spilled, wipe it up
or replace the rotor.
immediately.
Refer to Specifications section for refinishing
NOTE: Always check the fluid level in the brake
specifications. Refer to Section 206-03 or Section
master cylinder before carrying out the test
206-04 for information regarding rotor
procedures. If the fluid level is not above the MIN line,
replacement.
add High Performance Motor vehicle brake fluid
meeting Ford specification ESZ-M6C55-A or
Disc Thickness Variation
equivalant Super DOT4 fluid.
This is the variation in thickness between the two
NOTE: Prior to carrying out any diagnosis, verify that
braking surfaces of the rotor measured
the brake warning indicator is functional. Apply the
circumferentially.
parking brake. If the brake warning indicator does not Disc thickness variation may cause a pulsating pedal
illuminate, refer to Brake fail warning light component
or noisy operation.
test.
Two methods may be used to measure thickness
NOTE: The primary indicators of brake system
variation.
concerns are a change in the feeling through the
A micrometer can be used to measure the rotor
brake pedal, the brake warning indicator, and the
thickness at 12 points approximately 30 degrees apart
brake fluid level. If a problem exists, refer to the
and 25 mm from the outer edge of the rotor.
following diagnosis guide.
The other method is to mount the rotor on a precision
lathe designed for machining disc brake rotors. Attach
Pad Wear
two dial indicators, one each side of the rotor, so that
Remove the wheel to inspect the pads. Refer
the stylus of each indicator contacts the rubbing
Warning under Service Precautions.
surface approximately 25 mm from the outer edge of
the rotor.
If a lining has worn to a thickness of 1.0 mm at
any one of three measuring locations or if there is Zero both indicators and rotate the rotor while
more than 3 mm taper from end to end replace all watching both dials. If the total readings of both
(4) pad assemblies on both front or both rear
indicators exceed the specified limit for thickness
wheels to maintain even braking. Refer to Section variation, the rotor must be refinished or replaced.
206-03 or Section 206-04 for replacement of
parts.
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Brake System — General Information
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
Rotor Thickness and Refinishing
Rear Disk Brake Resurfacing Limits
Measure the thickness of the rotor to determine if it is
within the specifications.
Use a disc brake lathe to refinish the disc brake
rotors. Refer to Specifications for the remainder of the
refinishing specifications.
Front Disk Brake Resurfacing Limits
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart
Condition
Source
Action
Excessive effort needed to depress
Brake pedal binds at pivot
INSTALL a new brake pedal
brake pedal or has a rough or raspy or
sticky feel
CHECK the brake booster and REFER
Brake booster
to the Booster Section.
Return Booster spring damaged or
CHECK the brake booster and REFER
incorrectly positioned
to the Booster Section.
Worn or damaged brake pedal
INSTALL a new brake pedal.
Foreign object caught in brake pedal
CHECK the brake pedal.
CHECK the brake booster and REFER
Brake pedal does not return freely
Weak or broken Booster return spring
to the Booster Section.
Foreign object caught in brake pedal
CHECK the brake pedal.
No response from the brake lights
CHECK the connection between the
Unconnected light switch
when the brake pedal is pressed
light switch and the light.
Faulty brake switch flag
INSTALL a new brake pedal.
CHECK the light switch. REPLACE or
Incorrect position of the light switch
CHANGE light switch.
No response from the cruise control
CHECK the connection between the
Unconnected cruise switch
when the brake pedal is pressed
cruise switch and the cruise control.
Faulty brake switch flag
INSTALL a new brake pedal.
CHECK the cruise switch. REPLACE
Incorrect position of the cruise switch
or CHANGE cruise switch.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
Condition
Source
Action
No deceleration when the brake pedal
Connection between the Booster rod
CHECK connection
PUT the booster rod in the cantilever
is pressed
and the brake pedal
pin of the brake pedal if the booster
rod is not connected to the cantilever
pin of the brake pedal.
CHECK Booster clip, CHANGE it if
necessary.
CHECK the brake booster and REFER
Faulty booster
to the Booster Section.
CHECK brake pedal pad and
Discomfort on Brake pedal
Brake pedal pad worn or loose
CHANGE it if necessary.
Padal feel
Brake Pedal Not Returning on Release
Go to PinPoint Test B
Braking System Diagnosis. Refer to
Excessive Pedal Travel
Section 206-00.
"Raspy" feel
Go to PinPoint Test B
Pedal Binding at Pivot
Go to PinPoint Test A
Replace Brake Pedal Pad. Refer to
Pedal Pad Worn
Section 206-00.
Obstruction at Pedal
Go to PinPoint Test B
Braking System Diagnosis. Refer to
Poor braking efficiency
Faulty Brake Booster
Section 206-00.
Refer to Section 206-03 and Section
Brake Disc Pads Worn
206-04.
Booster Rod Disconnected
Go to PinPoint Test ???
Vacuum Poor, Leaking or
Braking System Diagnosis. Refer to
disconnection at the Brake Booster
Section 206-00.
Cruise control not turning off when
Braking System Diagnosis. Refer to
Brake Master Cylinder Leaking / Faulty
brake applied
Section 206-00.
Cruise Control Switch Faulty / Plug
Go to PinPoint Test D
Disconnected
Stop Lamp Switch Faulty / Plug
Go to PinPoint Test C
Disconnected
Adjustable brake pedal
Cannot Adjust Pedals
Go to PinPoint Test E
Faulty Memory
Go to PinPoint Test E
Go to Section 310-02, Pinpoint test 5
Pedal "Step Over" Height Incorrect
& 6.
Stop lamp switch
Stop Lamp Switch Faulty
Go to PinPoint Test C
Symptom Chart-(For adjustable pedal box only)
Condition
Source
Action
CHECK the connection between the
Unable to adjust the brake pedal
Unconnected Adjustment motor
motor and the MSC
Disengaged adjustment cable in the
RECONNECT adjustment cable
brake pedal
Faulty Potentiometer (Memory Pedal
REPLACE
potentiometer
Box Only)
Faulty memory settings (Memory
RESET
memory
Pedal Box Only)
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
Condition
Source
Action
Incorrect step over between brake
Refer to disassembly and assembly
Incorrect-adjustment
instructions: Indexing pedals ( Section
pedal and accelerator pedal
206-06)
NOTE: Do not stall through accelerator transmission.
and brake chatter. For each of the symptoms
encountered, check and eliminate the causes. To
Components Tests
check for brake chatter or surge apply the brakes
lightly from approximately 80 km/h.
Brake Booster
If the preliminary tests show that the booster is
With the transmission in neutral, stop the engine and
inoperative or if a hard pedal condition exists the
apply the parking brake. Depress the service brake
trouble may be caused by vacuum leakage.
pedal several times to exhaust all vacuum in the
Disconnect the vacuum line at the booster, remove
system. Then, depress the pedal and hold it in the
the vacuum manifold and check valve assembly and
applied position. Start the engine. If the vacuum
look for a sticking or faulty check valve. Check all
system is operating the pedal will tend to fall away
vacuum connections for leakage or obstruction. Check
under foot pressure and less pressure will be required all hoses for a leaking or collapsed condition. Repair
to hold the pedal in the applied position. If no action is or replace as necessary.
felt, the vacuum booster system is not functioning.
If the trouble persists, replace the vacuum booster.
Refer to the Diagnosis Guide.
The booster is not a serviceable item and if found
defective must be replaced.
For booster removal and installation procedures refer
to Section 206-07.
Brake Master Cylinder
For cleaning and inspection refer to the following
pages in this part.
CAUTION: The braking system should be
filled with a special high boiling point (280
°C)
Brake Fail Warning Light Test
brake fluid which must not be contaminated with
Turn the ignition key to the ignition ON position,
ordinary brake fluid. Ensure only approved brake
the warning lamp should not illuminate. If the lamp fluid is used (refer Specifications section).
illuminates a defect exists in the system and may
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it takes
be:
in moisture from the air. Water-affected brake fluid
a pressure differential in the hydraulic system. has a reduced boiling point. The heat generated by
a defective differential valve switch (where
repeated heavy braking causes the fluid to boil at a
fitted).
lower temperature, resulting in loss of braking. The
water also helps corrosion start in the braking system.
grounded switch wires.
The brake fluid must be replaced at least every two
Turn the key to the START position, the lamp
years if the brakes are to remain fully effective.
should illuminate while the key is held in this
If brake fluid is spilt on paintwork, the affected area
position. If the lamp does not light check the bulb
must be washed down with cold water immediately.
and wiring for defects.
Road Test
The vehicle should be road tested only if the brakes
will safely stop the vehicle. Apply the brakes at a
speed of 40- 50 km/h to check for any of the trouble
symptoms listed in the Diagnosis Guide with the
exception of those resolved in the preliminary tests
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