Ford Focus Service Manual: Brake Fluid Reservoir

Removal and Installation

All vehicles

WARNING: Do not
use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury.

WARNING: Carefully
read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the brake fluid reservoir filler cap.

1. Remove the 2 brake fluid reservoir bolts.

1. Loosen the Battery Junction Box (BJB) mounting screw.

1. Disconnect the BJB from the bracket and position aside.
   • Press the locking tab.

1. NOTE:

   Cap the hose connections to prevent fluid loss.

   Disconnect the brake fluid reservoir-to-master cylinder tube.

Vehicles with manual transaxle

1. Disconnect the clutch master cylinder feed tube.

All vehicles

1. Remove the brake fluid reservoir.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Section  206-00.

Vehicles with manual transaxle

1. Bleed the hydraulic clutch system. For additional information, refer to Section  308-00.