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1994 Ford Ranger Repair Question


Topics covered: Brake pedal, Brake line, Brake warning light.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on December 31, 2008

1994 Ford Ranger Master Cylinder replacement needed?

Brakes problem
1994 Ford Ranger 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 147000 miles

Hello!

After stopping at a gas station, I prepared to leave the lot when my brake pedal went to the floor. Pumping does no good. I still have fluid in the reservoir. I assume I need to replace the master cylinder? How do I go about doing that?

Thanks!

Boyce Lancaster
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Answer

Replied on December 31, 2008

MASTER CYLINDER
Removal & Installation
Disconnect brake warning light indicator wire from indicator switch. With engine off, depress brake pedal to bleed vacuum from brake booster.
Disconnect brake lines at master cylinder. Remove nuts retaining master cylinder to brake booster. Remove master cylinder. To install, reverse removal procedure. Bleed brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM

Tiny Answered by Dave H (expert)
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Replied on December 31, 2008

Hello Dave H.!

Thank you for your help...Happy New Year!

Boyce

Tiny Response from voiceguy
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Replied on December 31, 2008

no problem .. thats what we are here for !!

HAPPY NEW YEAR to you 2

Dave H

Tiny Answered by Dave H (expert)
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