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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1320 (DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLYWHEEL CYLINDERASSEMBLY
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Wheel Cylinder: Assembly
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the spring.
- Using clean brake fluid, lubricate and install the 2 piston seals.
- Install the 2 pistons.
- Install the 2 dust boots.
- Install the bleeder screw.
- Apply a thin coat of silicone grease to the brake shoe contact points on the backing plate.
- Install the trailing brake shoe and parking brake actuator lever assembly.
- Install the leading brake shoe, the pins and the retaining springs.
NOTE:
Adjust the self-adjuster to the full retracted position to ease the installation of the brake drum.
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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.