How do you remove the master cylinder on Ford Explorer?

To remove the brake master cylinder, place rags under brake line fittings and prepare caps or bags to cover line ends. Use a flare-nut wrench to unscrew tube nuts at brake lines' ends. Pull lines away, plug ends, and disconnect cruise switch and brake fluid level warning light switch. Remove mounting nuts and detach brake master cylinder. Discard remaining fluid in reservoir. Pry off old reservoir and lubricate new grommets before pressing into brake master cylinder. Inspect cap and diaphragm for damage. For bench-bleeding, support cylinder in vise, attach bleeder tubes, submerge in reservoir, and fill with fluid. Depress piston to expel air bubbles. If new cylinder, plug ports, fill with fluid, and loosen cruise control pressure switch while assistant depresses pushrod. Tighten switch with pushrod fully depressed. Remove tubes, refill reservoirs, and install diaphragm and cap assembly. Reverse removal steps and bleed brakes for installation.

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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinde
Part Number: DG1Z-2140-A
$208.19 MSRP: $347.27
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
- Replaced by: DG1Z-2140-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2015 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: 8L2Z-2140-B
$128.70 MSRP: $212.73
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder, Master Cylinder Assembly
- Manufacturer Note: Service Kit
- Replaces: 6L2Z-2140-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: F5TZ-2140-B
$214.17 MSRP: $429.09
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Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Master cylinder w/proportioning valve, with booster - with speed control
- Replaced by: F5TZ-2004-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: DG1Z-2140-B
$208.19 MSRP: $347.27
You Save: $139.08 (41%)
Ships in 1-2 Business Days
ADD TO CART
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder
- Replaces: DG1Z-2140-A, BRMC-167
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2019 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: BB5Z-2140-A
$210.37 MSRP: $350.91
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2012 Ford Explorer | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: F67Z-2140-JA
$292.12 MSRP: $487.27
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 9L2Z-2004-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assembly - Master
Part Number: YL2Z-2140-AA
$81.35 MSRP: $161.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Master
- Manufacturer Note: Master Cylinder, postal RHD
- Replaced by: 6L5Z-2140-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2001 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: 4L2Z-2140-BA
$134.52 MSRP: $214.55
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder
- Replaces: 2L2Z-2140-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: 2L2Z-2140-AB
$134.52 MSRP: $214.55
You Save: $80.03 (38%)
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: 4L2Z-2140-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2004 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Kit - Master Cylinder Repair
Part Number: 6L2Z-2140-B
$128.70 MSRP: $212.73
You Save: $84.03 (40%)
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Product Specifications
- Manufacturer Note: Service Kit
- Replaced by: 8L2Z-2140-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2008 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: F87Z-2140-EB
$150.98 MSRP: $206.29
You Save: $55.31 (27%)
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Product Specifications
- Replaced by: F87Z-2004-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2002 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assembly - Master
Part Number: F87Z-2140-AC
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Master; Master Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: F87Z-2140-BC
Product Specifications
- Replaced by: F87Z-2004-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R70W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assembly - Master
Part Number: 3L2Z-2140-BB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Master
- Replaced by: 6L5Z-2140-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2005 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: F67Z-2140-HA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assy - Master
Part Number: FOTZ-2140-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Master Cylinder
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1994 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Explorer Cylinder Assembly - Master
Part Number: F5TZ-2140-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Master; Master Cylinder
- Manufacturer Note: Master cylinder w/proportioning valve, with booster - without speed control
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995 Ford Explorer | 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT A4LD, 4AT AODE-E, 4AT AODE-W, 5MT

Ford Explorer Brake Master Cylinder

Brake Master Cylinder in the Ford Explorer automobiles is a principal braking system which translates the pressure of foot to hydraulic pressure. This hydraulic pressure gets to the slave cylinders and this engages the brakes making the necessary frictions to stop the car. Usually, they have pistons, seals and springs and are made of cast iron or aluminium though newer models may have a different material, with the fluid reservoir; being integral or separate depending on the year of manufacture. In the years Ford Explorers have been equipped with dual circuit master cylinders, and as is evident, in a situation where one circuit is not able to deliver brake force, the other delivers it. This design increases safety as it means that the press can continue to operate in the event of a hydraulic failure. Some of the problems associated with the Brake Master Cylinder are leakage of the fluid and internal problems that reduce the efficiency of the brake. In this system, constant inspection for development of leaks or moisture is paramount if the braking system is to be maintained.

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Ford Explorer Brake Master Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Cylinder Assembly - Master
YL2Z-2140-AA
Q: How do you remove the master cylinder on Ford Explorer?
A: To remove the brake master cylinder, place rags under brake line fittings and prepare caps or bags to cover line ends. Use a flare-nut wrench to unscrew tube nuts at brake lines' ends. Pull lines away, plug ends, and disconnect cruise switch and brake fluid level warning light switch. Remove mounting nuts and detach brake master cylinder. Discard remaining fluid in reservoir. Pry off old reservoir and lubricate new grommets before pressing into brake master cylinder. Inspect cap and diaphragm for damage. For bench-bleeding, support cylinder in vise, attach bleeder tubes, submerge in reservoir, and fill with fluid. Depress piston to expel air bubbles. If new cylinder, plug ports, fill with fluid, and loosen cruise control pressure switch while assistant depresses pushrod. Tighten switch with pushrod fully depressed. Remove tubes, refill reservoirs, and install diaphragm and cap assembly. Reverse removal steps and bleed brakes for installation.