Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 528

SECTION 206-00: Brake System — General Information
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Bleeding —Components
Special Tool(s)
Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418-F052, or equivalent scan
tool
NGS Flash Cable
418-F120 (007-00531) or
Equivalent
Master Cylinder Priming — In-Vehicle or Bench
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with
eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with
running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding
operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled with the specified brake fluid. Never
reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled
onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
NOTE: When any part of the hydraulic system has been disconnected for repair or installation of new
components, air can enter the system and cause spongy brake pedal (2455) action. This requires
bleeding of the hydraulic system after it has been correctly connected. The hydraulic system can be
bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment.
NOTE: When a new brake master cylinder (2140) has been installed or the system has been emptied,
or partially emptied, it should be primed to prevent air from entering the system.
1. For in-vehicle priming, disconnect the brake lines.
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual