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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999ECONOLINE E150 1/2 TON V6-4.2L VIN 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLBRAKE SWITCH (CRUISE CONTROL)SERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Ford Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V6-4.2L VIN 2
Brake Switch (Cruise Control): Service and Repair
1999 Ford Econoline E150 1/2 Ton V6-4.2L VIN 2SECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the deactivator switch.
1 Disconnect the deactivator switch electrical connector.
2 Remove the deactivator switch.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
- When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
- After the deactivator switch is installed, it is necessary to bleed the brake system.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the deactivator switch.
1 Disconnect the deactivator switch electrical connector.
2 Remove the deactivator switch.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
- When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 mi) or more to relearn the strategy.
- After the deactivator switch is installed, it is necessary to bleed the brake system.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.