Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) | REFER to: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control (206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control, Diagnosis and Testing). | |
Stoplamp switch | VERIFY correct installation of the stoplamp switch. REFER to: Stoplamp Switch (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation). | |
Excessive brake pedal effort | Insufficient vacuum for brake booster operation Brake booster manifold vacuum hose Brake booster Brake booster check valve Brake booster vacuum pump | CARRY OUT the Brake Booster Component Test in this section. |
Brake pads | INSPECT the brake pads.INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Brake Pads - Vehicles With: 2-Piston Brake Caliper (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Brake Pads - Vehicles With: 4-Piston Brake Caliper (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Brake Pads - Vehicles With: 6-Piston Brake Caliper (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Brake Pads - Vehicles With: SVT Performance Package (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Brake Pads (206-04 Rear Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). REFER to: Brake Pads - Vehicles With: SVT Performance Package (206-04 Rear Disc Brake, Removal and Installation). |
Symptom Chart: NVH
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
Vibration when the brakes are applied | Brake disc(s)/ Suspension components | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
Brake vibration/shudder — occurs when the brake pedal is released | Brake drag | REFER to Symptom Chart: Brake System |
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