Lincoln Corsair: Parking Brake and Actuation / General Procedures - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Manual Release
Activation
NOTE:
If the EPB
cannot be released using the switch carry out the following procedure.
If the battery is dead, jump start the battery to provide power and
release the EPB using the switch.
NOTE:
Typical parking brake actuator motor shown.
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Block the wheels and tires.
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Disconnect the parking brake actuator motor electrical connector and, if equipped, detach the wiring retainer.
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Remove the bolts and using a twisting motion, remove the parking brake actuator motor.
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Rotate the ball screw driveshaft clockwise 120 degrees.
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Repeat steps 2-4 on the opposite side of the vehicle.
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Install the parking brake actuator motors.
Refer to: Parking Brake Actuator Motor (206-05 Parking Brake and Actuation, Removal and Installation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
Repair
WARNING:
Service actions on vehicles equipped with electronic parking
brakes may cause unexpected parking brake application, which could
result in injury to hands or fingers. Put the electronic parking brake
system into service mode prior to servicing or removing rear brake
components...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Hog Ring Plier
Removal
NOTE:
Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
Remove the front seat.
Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation)...