ALLDATA 4WD V6-3.0L Brake System Bleeding Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
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Table of Contents

ALLDATA 4WD V6-3.0L Brake System Bleeding
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Brake System Bleeding
Pressure
All Vehicles
References
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ALLDATA 4WD V6-3.0L Brake System Bleeding

Product Information

Brake System Bleeding

The brake system bleeding procedure is an essential maintenance task for the 2010 Mercury Truck Mariner 4WD V6-3.0L. It is important to follow these instructions carefully to prevent system contamination, brake component damage, and the risk of serious personal injury.

General Equipment Required:

Brake/Clutch System Pressure Bleeder/Filler
Fluid Container and Hose Pressure

Important Warnings:

Use only clean brake fluid that meets the manufacturer’s specification. Do not use previously drained brake fluid.
Read and follow the cautionary information on the product label. In case of emergency, seek medical advice or contact the Poison Control Center.
Ensure the brake master cylinder does not run dry during the bleeding operation to avoid damage and degraded braking performance.
Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces. If spilled, immediately wash the surface with water to prevent damage.

Additional Notes:

Pressure bleeding the brake system is preferred over manual bleeding.
If a new Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) has been installed, perform the HCU bleeding procedure and a second brake system pressure bleed.

Product Usage Instructions

Brake System Bleeding

Ensure that the area around the master cylinder cap is clean and free of foreign material.
Fill the reservoir with clean brake fluid according to the specified amount mentioned in the Specifications section.
Install a master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tool to the brake master cylinder reservoir. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the pressure bleeding equipment.
Attach the bleeder tank hose to the fitting on the adapter.
Ensure that the bleeder tank contains enough specified brake fluid to complete the bleeding operation. Refer to the Specifications section for the required amount.
Open the valve on the bleeder tank and apply 207-345 kPa (30-50 psi) pressure to the brake system.
Position the vehicle on a hoist in NEUTRAL. Refer to Section 100-02 of the user manual for guidance.
Follow the bleeding steps in the order indicated in the provided graphic.

For more detailed instructions and graphics, please refer to the

official user manual.

Brake System Bleeding

General Equipment

Brake/Clutch System Pressure Bleeder/Filler
Fluid Container and Hose

Pressure

WARNING: Do not use any ﬂuid other than clean brake ﬂuid meeting manufacturer’s speciﬁcation. Additionally, do not use brake ﬂuid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury.
WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For emergency medical information seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call the Poison Control Center at: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not allow the brake master cylinder to run dry during the bleeding operation. Master cylinder may be damaged if operated without ﬂuid, resulting in degraded braking performance. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Do not spill brake ﬂuid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake ﬂuid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
NOTE: Pressure bleeding the brake system is preferred to manual bleeding.
NOTE: The HCU bleeding procedure and a second brake system pressure bleed must be carried out if a new HCU has been installed.

All Vehicles

NOTE: Make sure the area around the master cylinder cap is clean and free of foriegn material.

Fill the reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid. Refer to Specifications in this section.

NOTE: Master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tools are available from various manufacturers of pressure bleeding equipment. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing the adapter.
Install the bleeder adapter to the brake master cylinder reservoir and attach the bleeder tank hose to the fitting on the adapter.
NOTE: Make sure the bleeder tank contains enough specified brake fluid to complete the bleeding operation. Refer to Specifications in this section.
Open the valve on the bleeder tank.
- Apply 207-345 kPa (30-50 psi) to the brake system.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Section 100-02 .
Bleeding steps must be followed in the order indicated in the graphic.

Loosen the bleeder screw 180° and leave open until clear bubble free brake fluid flows and then tighten the bleeder screw.

Vehicles with rear integral parking brake calipers

NOTE: Due to the complexity of the fluid path within the rear integral to press and release the parking brake during the bleed procedure.
Apply and release the parking brake 5 times. Loosen the rear bleeder screw. Leave open until clear, bubble-free brake fluid flows, then tighten the rear bleeder screw.

Repeat until clear, bubble-free fluid comes out.

All vehicles

Tighten the bleeder screw to specification. Refer to Specifications in this section.

Remove the fluid container and hose.

Repeat steps 7-13 at the remaining wheel ends.
Close the bleeder tank valve and release the pressure. Remove the tank hose from the adapter and remove the adapter.
Fill the reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid. Refer to Specifications in this section.

Hybrid vehicles