96 F150 Brake Problems

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Jun 5, 2012 | 01:10 PM

pistolhunter

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96 F150 Brake Problems

I have a 96 F150 4x4 with a 5.8l Engine, Automatic w/ OD and Cruise Control.....My Brake and ABS light comes on almost immidiatley after driving for a min or two.....when it does the pedal gets hard and I have little brake power....also, the rear brakes will lock up.....

I have replaces a couple hard lines, Calipers, hoses, pads, shoes, wheel cylinders, spring kit, Drums, rear ABS senser, master cylinder and all new fluids....bleed them well....no changes in this problem...anyone have any ideas cause I am all out and at the end of my rope...

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Jun 5, 2012 | 03:15 PM

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Have you pulled any of the codes?

Jun 5, 2012 | 03:22 PM

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No I dont know how

Jun 5, 2012 | 03:32 PM

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Looks like there is a lot of info here - https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...an-eec-iv.html

There are a couple of ways to do it. Try one and if you have trouble, let me know.

Jun 5, 2012 | 03:36 PM

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I'll also add...I have pulled the codes via the jumper method and while it works, I think it is just a lot easier to spend $40 and get a code reader from an auto parts store. When I read the codes I connect my reader, push a button, walk away, and when I get back it's done.

Jun 5, 2012 | 03:39 PM

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Thanks, I will try that.....I was going to let Autozone scan it, but they said their reader only looks and Check Engine Codes and will not see Brake codes....not sure if thats true or the guy doesnt know....but I have put enough money in the brakes, another handfull wont break me I guess....I'll let you know what I find out

Jun 5, 2012 | 03:52 PM

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AFIK there is only one place to pull codes from these vehicles. The brakes (ABS computer) should report back to the EEC-IV. Sounds like the only thing you haven't replaced is the ABS computer (should be behind the glove box). Not sure if they ever go bad or not.