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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012TRANSIT CONNECT L4-2.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0L
Brakes and Traction Control: Description and Operation
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0LSECTION Description and Operation
Brake System
The brake system consists of the following components:
- Fixed brake pedal
- Front disc brake system
- Brake master cylinder and fluid reservoir
- Mechanical parking brake system
- ABS
- Rear drum brake system
- Red brake light indicator
- Vacuum-assisted power brake booster
For information on:
- the hydraulic brake actuation system, refer to Hydraulic System, Brakes &/or Brake Pedal Assy.
- the front disc brakes, refer to Disc Brake System.
- the parking brake actuation system, refer to Parking Brake System.
- the ABS, refer to Antilock Brakes / Traction Control Systems.
- the rear drum brake system, refer to Drum Brake System.
- the vacuum assisted power brake booster, refer to Power Brake Assist.
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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.