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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - W/OUT TRACTION CONTROLREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONHYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HCU)REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Removal & Installation
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Removal & Installation
- HCU is located underneath brake master cylinder. Remove brake master cylinder. See MASTER CYLINDER . Remove brake booster. See BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY .
- Disconnect HCU connector. Disconnect brakelines at HCU. Remove 4 HCU bracket bolts. Remove HCU from vehicle. Remove HCU-to-bracket nuts. Remove HCU from bracket.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten hydraulic control unit fittings to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Fill master cylinder reservoir with DOT 3 brake fluid. Bleed brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM . Operate brake several times. Check for leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.