Brake Warning System Installation Instructions
Reference the appropriate Ford Shop Manual as needed and use proper shop practices to protect personnel and vehicle.
WARNING LIGHT
1. Disconnect battery negative cable.
2. Locate the OEM GRAY, 6-pin connector above and forward of the park brake pedal. Plug BROWN, 6-pin connector from BWS501D-A into OEM connector. Ensure that the connector is fully seated. An additional RED blunt-cut wire is available on the “ignition-hot” power circuit of the BWS501D-A harness for factory use. This circuit is NOT fused by the BWS501D-A harness. Any circuits attached to this wire must be fused separately.
3. Drill a 5/8” hole on the right side of the steering column in the dash lower trim panel approximately 2 inches below the upper right hand retaining clip. Install light into hole and connect to the WHITE 2-pin connector of the BWS501D-A harness.
4. Finish routing of harness and retain as needed to protect harness.
HYDRAULIC ADAPTER / PRESSURE SWITCH
5. Remove (3) bolts retaining radiator fill/overflow bottle to fender for easier installation. Do not disconnect the coolant hoses.
6. Remove air inlet hose from air filter box and reposition hose for easier installation.
7. OPTIONAL: To ease installation, disconnect the upper power steering pressure tube located in front of the bracket next to the brake fluid reservoir (see Photo 2). Use a catch basin or shop rags to prevent spills. Do not leave the tubes/fittings open or unprotected.
8. Disconnect the lower power steering pressure tube located in front of the bracket next to the brake fluid reservoir (see Photo 2. Do not disconnect the power steering hose in the middle position). Do not leave the tubes/fittings open or unprotected…
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