Cardone 10-2566 Brake Master Cylinder

Brake Master Cylinder for Ford and Mercury

Cardone Brake Master Cylinder 10-2566 is a remanufactured hydraulic replacement built to match original equipment performance. It is engineered for direct fitment on select Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Cougar applications, with a 1.00-inch bore and four-port configuration.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Cardone brake master cylinder for OE-style fit and function
• 1.00" bore diameter for the specified brake system application
• Aluminum housing with gray finish
• Four ports with M10 x 1.0 and M12 x 1.0 primary and secondary port sizes
• New O.E.-quality seals and cups used during remanufacturing
• Computer tested for fit and hydraulic performance
• Reservoir not included

Product Details

The Cardone 10-2566 brake master cylinder is remanufactured from original equipment cores and reconditioned to meet factory-style performance requirements. The bore, piston assembly height, and sealing components are checked during the remanufacturing process to help maintain consistent pedal response and hydraulic pressure. This part is listed for 1991-1995 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable, plus 1991-1992 Ford Thunderbird and 1990-1992 Mercury Cougar applications. Fits 1991-1995 Ford Taurus, N/A; Fits 1991-1995 Mercury Sable, N/A; Fits 1991-1992 Ford Thunderbird, N/A; Fits 1990-1992 Mercury Cougar, N/A. Part number 10-2566 is a direct reference for these vehicle-specific brake master cylinder applications.

Cardone’s Brake Master Cylinder line focuses on remanufactured OE replacement hydraulics. For this unit, the process includes new seals and cups, micro-finished bores to reduce pitting-related wear, and protective treatment on cast-iron units where applicable in the line. The result is a service part intended to restore proper brake hydraulic operation without changing the original system layout.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Low or spongy brake pedal caused by internal master cylinder bypass
• Brake fluid leakage from the master cylinder body or rear seal area
• Uneven hydraulic pressure in the brake system
• Pedal that sinks when held under pressure
• Brake warning symptoms tied to worn internal cups or seals

Installation Notes and Tips

• Use the brake fluid specified by the original equipment manufacturer and only fresh fluid from a sealed container.
• Bench bleed the master cylinder before installation, especially on step-bore designs.
• Check the booster push rod seal and brake booster condition if fluid loss or pedal issues continue after replacement.
• Inspect the brake lines and system for contamination, rust, or moisture before filling and bleeding.
• Confirm port sizes and reservoir requirements before installation; reservoir is not included.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured master cylinder is computer tested to verify fit and function before release. The remanufacturing process uses new O.E.-quality rubber components and height-gauged piston assemblies to support consistent hydraulic performance. Part number 10-2566 is built for the listed Ford and Mercury applications with OE-style specifications in mind.