Ford 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual page 534

SECTION 206-00: Brake System — General Information
GENERAL PROCEDURES
Bleeding —System
Manual
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 get into the system and cause spongy brake pedal 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.
1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap and fill the brake master
cylinder reservoir with the specified brake fluid.
2. Place a box end wrench on the RH rear bleeder screw. Attach a rubber drain tube to the RH
rear bleeder screw and submerge the free end of the tube in a container partially filled with
clean brake fluid.
2003 Mustang Workshop Manual