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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 330 (BRAKE SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONPARKING BRAKENOTES
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W

Parking Brake: Notes

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(S)
G03180240Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. If removing the rear brake cables, remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies. For additional information, REFER to SUSPENSION SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  2. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

    To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps: 

    PARTS SPECIFICATION

    Part Steps
    Park brake control 1, 2, 5-7
    Park brake switch 3, 4
    Front brake cable assembly 1, 2, 5-7
    Rear brake cable (LH) 1, 14-16
    Rear brake cable (RH) 1, 10, 11
    Parking brake shoes 17-22
    Parking brake levers 17-24
    Fig 2: Identifying Removal Order Of Parking Brake (1 Of 2)
    G03180241Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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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.