1991 Lincoln Mark VII Repair Question
Topics covered: Accumulator, Brakes, Abs.
Mileage: No information provided.
Mileage: No information provided.
Asked on April 27, 2010
1991 Lincoln Mark VII brake accumulator
Brakes problem
1991 Lincoln Mark VII V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
I have replaced my accumulator twice now and because i could only find recycled or used parts , i cannot depend on the quality of the parts. Where can i find a manufactorer that makes a replacement for this item. Can i bypass this accumulator
1991 Lincoln Mark VII V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
I have replaced my accumulator twice now and because i could only find recycled or used parts , i cannot depend on the quality of the parts. Where can i find a manufactorer that makes a replacement for this item. Can i bypass this accumulator
Asked by buzzybAnswer
Replied on August 25, 2010
The accumulator stores energy so the hydraulic pump motor won't have to come on every time you hit the brakes. If it was bypassed, I don't think the hydarulic pump motor, pressure switch & relay would last very long.
You wouldn't have ABS, but I've heard of people converting these things to normal vacuum boosted brakes.