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Although we initially developed this site for 78-96 Big Broncos, information in many Links also applies to Ford Trucks, Vans & Cars.
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Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Parts Catalog, Bronco & all Fords w/Ford Part Numbers & Illustrations 108MB PDF
Blower Motor & Resistor
Defroster
Floor Panel Door, Temperature Blend Door (Cable Controlled, controls temperature from heater core & Defrost Door
General Information
Heater & Hoses
Leaf & Debris Build-Up
Low or No Heat/Air Conditioning, High Effort to Turn Temperature Control Knob, Poor Temperature Modulation TSB 96-13-7 for 92-95 Bronco, F Series, F-47
Vacuum Tank & Vacuum Diagram, Ventilation Duct, etc.
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"...The air handling system is designed to provide defrost when no vacuum is applied to any of the three air door vacuum motors. This is done to prevent a situation where defrost cannot be obtained due to a system vacuum leak. Instead, a leak in the vacuum control circuit will send all airflow to the defroster outlets. This condition may occur during acceleration (slow leak), may exist at all times (large leak) and may happen only when certain specific functions are selected, indicating a leak in that portion of the circuit. ..." from F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco, F-Super Duty Motorhome Chassis Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Air Conditioning & Heater Wiring Diagram in a 79 w/AC
Source: by Ranger429 (Trailer Special) at SuperMotors.net
Auto Repair Reference Center Repair Manual, Mostly Chilton; many local library's offer free online access for their members; just log-in w/your library Card # and password; incl. all Broncos, & many MAKES! 1951 to 2009; some years (85-96, I believe) include: FULL Technical Service Bulletins and Recalls, Labor Hours per repair (plug in appl info); Wiring Diagrams, Vacuum Diagrams (in DRIVEABILITY AND EMISSIONS CONTROLS Section), Specifications (torques, etc.) & Maintenance Intervals
Source: by arrc.epnet.com
Cabin Air Filter Fabrication & Installation
Source: by PaulW at gofastbroncos.com
Chilton Manual for 66 - 81 Bronco, Scanned Copy
Source: by Chilton via broncocity.com
Control Assembly Illumination, in a 96 Bronco, from Workshop Manual; One ICP-161 Bulb
Source: by Ford via miesk5 at Bronco Zone Forums
Electrical and Vacuum Troubleshooting Manual (EVTM) Partial, Bronco for 86; Speed Control, A/C, Heater, Radio
Source: by Ford via Chris B (Blue, bronco boy) at telus.net
Floor Panel Door, Temperature Blend Door (Cable Controlled), Floor & Defrost Door etc. Diagrams 96 Bronco from Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via miesk5 at Bronco Zone Forums
HVAC Controls Face Plate Installation in 92-96
Source: by Froggmann (Ken P) at froggmann.com
Mini-Tube Vacuum Hose Damage Repair in a 92
Source: by JohnMcD348 at FSB
Mini-Tube Vacuum Hose Service in Climate Control System in a 96; "...Measure the length of the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose. Cut a piece of standard 3mm (1/8-inch) ID vacuum hose approximately 25mm (1 inch) longer than the damaged area of the mini-tube vacuum hose. Cut the mini-tube vacuum hose on each side of the damaged area and remove damaged portion of the mini-tube vacuum hose. Dip the mini-tube hose ends in Tetra Hydro Furan (THF) or Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK). Either of these solvents will act as a sealer for the repair of the mini-tube vacuum hose. Insert the ends of the mini-tube vacuum hose approximately 9mm (3/8 inch) into the ends of the standard 3 mm (1/8-inch) ID replacement vacuum hose. Shake the service joint after assembly to make sure solvent is dispersed and vacuum line is not blocked internally. Test system for a vacuum leak in area serviced..." from 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco, F-Super Duty Motorhome Chassis Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Noise, Vibration, & Harshness Diagnostic Location Diagram & Worksheet
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Registers Location in Parts Break-Out Diagram in 92-96 w/ Nomenclature
Source: by Ford via Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Repair Locations Grid & Coding, Bronco; used to pin-point location of a repair or component in a vehicle
Source: by Ford via Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Repair Price Estimator, Bronco from 90-96 and other Fords; including labor & parts, shops in area, by Zip Code
Source: by RepairPal
Testing Wiring with a Multi Meter, General; Opens, Short, Voltage & Voltage Drop, Continuity & Diodes
Source: by freeautomechanic.com
Vacuum Circuit, Floor Panel Door, Temperature Blend Door (Cable Controlled), Floor & Defrost Door etc. Diagrams in a 96 from Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Vacuum Leak Test; On an idling engine check for vacuum leaks using a mechanic's stethoscope with the probe removed, or a ~3' garden hose section. Don't spray flammables on a running engine. MIESK5 NOTE; Also check: vacuum hoses; intake manifold gasket & throttle body; PCV line; vacuum reservoirs: EGR Sys Vacuum Tank & 2ndry air (coffee can); AC, heater, defroster, vent control ckt & vacuum tank (plastic ball type), under dash & lines to heat/blend/etc. doors; power brake booster; cruise control ckt, etc.... where applicable; (combined w/ Steve83's info, thnx) BEWARE OF BELTS/PULLEYS, FAN AND HOT ENGINE
Source: by miesk5 & Steve83 at Ford Bronco Zone Forums
Vacuum Line Harness Pic in 80-96; "...80-96 similar, except 87-early 88 w/factory air; The 80-86 vacuum tank is a plastic ball on the R wheelwell..."
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Vacuum Line/Hose;"...The vacuum hoses used in the passenger compartment control circuit are constructed from PVC plastic material. The vacuum hoses used in the engine compartment are constructed of Hytrel. Because of the materials used, the vacuum hoses should never be pinched off during diagnosis to locate a leak. Use Rotunda Vacuum Tester 014-R1054 or equivalent to locate vacuum leaks. A wood golf tee can be used as a plug when it is necessary to plug one end of a vacuum hose for leak test purposes..." from F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco, F-Super Duty Motorhome Chassis Workshop Manual
Source: by Ford via thedieselstop.com
Vacuum Motor Locations in Parts Break-Out Diagram in 80-86
Source: by Steve83 (Steve, That dirty old truck) at SuperMotors.net
Wire Color Code Abbreviation Chart; see post #4; BK Black, BL Blue, BR Brown, DB Dark Blue, DG Dark Green, GN Green, GY Grey, LB Light Blue, LG Light Green, N Natural, O Orange, P Purple, PK Pink, R Red, T Tan, V Violet, W White, Y Yellow
Source: by miesk5 at FSB
Wiring Diagram in an 86 & Ford truck
Source: by Agnem (The Moosestang) at webshots.com