Ford Fiesta: Brake System / Drum Brake
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Brake/Clutch System Pressure Bleeder/Filler
Fluid Container
Bleeding
All vehicles
NOTICE:
If the fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water...
Adjustment
NOTE:
The brake shoes and parking brake cables must both be
adjusted to assure correct rear drum brake and parking brake system
operation...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel.
Refer to: Instrument Panel Lower Trim Panel (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation)...
Preliminary Inspection
Verify the customer concern by carrying out a road test on a
smooth road. If any vibrations are apparent, Refer to the Symptom
Chart: NVH.
To maximize tire performance, inspect for signs of incorrect
inflation and uneven wear, which may indicate a need for balancing,
rotation or front suspension alignment...
Categories
Removal
NOTICE:
If the fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the battery tray.
Refer to: Battery Tray - 1.6L Duratec-16V Ti-VCT (88kW/120PS) – Sigma
(414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation).
Refer to: Battery Tray - 1.6L EcoBoost (132kW/180PS) – Sigma (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the vacuum tube from the brake booster and detach the routing clip.
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