How to overhaul a wheel cylinder on Mercury Cougar?

If an overhaul is indicated, usually because of fluid leakage or sticky operation, explore all options before beginning the job. New wheel cylinders are available, which makes this job quite easy. If its decided to rebuild the wheel cylinder, make sure that a rebuild kit is available before proceeding. Never overhaul only one wheel cylinder-always rebuild both of them at the same time. To remove, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Block the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling. Remove the brake shoe assembly. Remove all dirt and foreign material from around the wheel cylinder. Disconnect the brake line. Don't pull the brake line away from the wheel cylinder. Remove the wheel cylinder mounting bolts. Detach the wheel cylinder from the brake backing plate and place it on a clean workbench. Immediately plug the brake line to prevent fluid loss and contamination. To overhaul, remove the bleeder screw,cups, pistons, boots and spring assembly from the wheel cylinder body. Clean the wheel cylinder with brake fluid, denatured alcohol or brake system cleaner. Use compressed air to remove excess fluid from the wheel cylinder and to blow out the passages. Check the cylinder bore for corrosion and score marks. Crocus cloth can be used to remove light corrosion and stains, but the cylinder must be replaced with a new one if the defects cannot be removed easily, or if the bore is scored. Lubricate the new cups with brake fluid. Assemble the brake cylinder components. Make sure the cup lips face in. To install, place the wheel cylinder in position and install the bolts. Connect the brake line and install the brake shoe assembly. Bleed the brakes.

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Mercury Cougar Cylinder Assembly - Rear
Part Number: F5RZ-2261-A
$21.37 MSRP: $29.21
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- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake
- Position: Rear
- Replaced by: F5RZ-2261-AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake
Part Number: F5RZ-2261-AB
$21.37 MSRP: $29.21
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- Manufacturer Note: Rear, 9" brake
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: F5RZ-2261-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake
Part Number: EOZZ-2261-A
Product Specifications
- Position: Passenger Side And Driver Side
- Replaced by: 1R3Z-2V261-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1983-1989 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 3AT C5, 4AT AOD, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Kit - Wheel Brake Cylinder Repair
Part Number: E9SZ-2128-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Wheel Cylinder Overhaul Kit
- Manufacturer Note: Cylinder repair kit
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT AOD
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Mercury Cougar Kit - Wheel Brake Cylinder Repair
Part Number: E9SZ-2128-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Wheel Cylinder Overhaul Kit
- Manufacturer Note: FROM 3/15/92
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake
Part Number: E9SZ-2261-B
Product Specifications
- Position: Passenger Side And Driver Side
- Replaced by: 1F1Z-2V261-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1988-1997 Mercury Cougar | 6 Cyl 3.8L, 8 Cyl 4.6L, 8 Cyl 5.0L | 4AT, 4AT 4R70W, 4AT AOD, 4AT AODE, 5MT
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Mercury Cougar Cylinder Assembly - Rear
Part Number: F5RZ-2261-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake; Wheel Cylinder
- Manufacturer Note: Rear , w/22.20mm cyl. 8" brake 2.0L
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 6 Cyl 2.5L | 4AT CD4E, 5MT

Mercury Cougar Wheel Cylinder

The Wheel Cylinder in Mercury Cougar cars is a component that provides pressure on brake shoes so that they can touch the brake drum and thus reduce the speed or stop the car accordingly. This hydraulic system uses pistons, seals, and springs to operate mechanically to the 'in' and 'out' positions so that the required friction can be realized during braking. The cylinder body is generally produced from aluminum to make sure that it will not rust and to guarantee the durability and efficiency of the product. When there are indications of leakage or wary braking power, it is advisable to examine and sometimes recondition or replace the wheel cylinders for better safety on the road. It also reintroduced that wheel cylinder ought to be often maintained or replaced when carrying out the brake shoes service as some of them may be leaking and not properly functioning.

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Mercury Cougar Wheel Cylinder Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Cylinder Assy - Rear Brake
EOZZ-2261-A
Q: How to overhaul a wheel cylinder on Mercury Cougar?
A: If an overhaul is indicated, usually because of fluid leakage or sticky operation, explore all options before beginning the job. New wheel cylinders are available, which makes this job quite easy. If its decided to rebuild the wheel cylinder, make sure that a rebuild kit is available before proceeding. Never overhaul only one wheel cylinder-always rebuild both of them at the same time. To remove, raise the rear of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands. Block the front wheels to keep the vehicle from rolling. Remove the brake shoe assembly. Remove all dirt and foreign material from around the wheel cylinder. Disconnect the Brake Line. Don't pull the brake line away from the wheel cylinder. Remove the wheel cylinder mounting bolts. Detach the wheel cylinder from the brake backing plate and place it on a clean workbench. Immediately plug the brake line to prevent fluid loss and contamination. To overhaul, remove the bleeder screw,cups, pistons, boots and spring assembly from the wheel cylinder body. Clean the wheel cylinder with brake fluid, denatured alcohol or brake system cleaner. Use compressed air to remove excess fluid from the wheel cylinder and to blow out the passages. Check the cylinder bore for corrosion and score marks. Crocus cloth can be used to remove light corrosion and stains, but the cylinder must be replaced with a new one if the defects cannot be removed easily, or if the bore is scored. Lubricate the new cups with brake fluid. Assemble the brake cylinder components. Make sure the cup lips face in. To install, place the wheel cylinder in position and install the bolts. Connect the brake line and install the brake shoe assembly. Bleed the brakes.