The average cost for a Lincoln Continental Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Replacement is between $69 - $128. Get an instant quote with our AI repair estimator.
The brake proportioning/combination valve is an essential component of the vehicle's braking system, responsible for optimizing brake pressure distributed between the front and rear brakes. This valve adjusts the pressure to prevent the rear wheels from locking up during braking, especially under hard braking conditions or when the vehicle is lightly loaded. It combines several functions into one unit, typically integrating the proportioning valve, metering valve, and a pressure differential switch. This multi-functional device is critical in maintaining balance and ensuring the vehicle stops effectively and safely without skidding. Its role is crucial for driving safety, as it accounts for variations in load and driving conditions.
When a brake proportioning/combination valve starts to fail, it can lead to several noticeable symptoms which can compromise vehicle safety. One common symptom is uneven braking, where the front or rear brakes engage more aggressively than the other, causing pulling to one side during braking. Drivers might also notice that the vehicle takes longer distances to come to a complete stop, a clear indicator of inefficient braking pressure distribution. Another symptom is the early locking of the rear wheels when braking, particularly on wet or slippery surfaces, as the valve fails to reduce the hydraulic pressure accurately. Excessive wear on the rear brakes may become evident, causing imbalanced braking forces, usually accompanied by squeaking or grinding noises. Additionally, a malfunctioning valve might trigger the brake warning light on the dashboard, indicating pressure discrepancies detected by the pressure differential switch. These symptoms should not be ignored, as they can significantly reduce the effectiveness and safety of the vehicle's braking system.
Repairing or replacing a faulty brake proportioning/combination valve should be regarded as a high priority. This component is crucial for ensuring balanced and effective braking, preventing the rear wheels from locking up and maintaining vehicle stability. A malfunctioning valve compromises braking efficiency and increases the risk of accidents, especially during emergency stops or in adverse weather conditions. Ignoring these issues can lead to uneven brake wear, increased stopping distances, and potential loss of vehicle control. Therefore, addressing this issue promptly is essential to maintaining vehicle safety and performance.
The cost of replacing a brake proportioning/combination valve can vary depending on the make and model of your vehicle, as well as local labor rates. Typically, the replacement cost ranges from $100 to $300 for parts, with labor costs adding an additional $50 to $150. Therefore, the total cost is usually between $150 and $450. This cost is a worthwhile investment considering the critical role the valve plays in vehicle safety. It's advisable to consult with a trusted mechanic for an accurate estimate based on your specific vehicle and situation.
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2002 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $29.00Labor: $3.00{ "partPrice": 29, "laborPrice": 3, "alldata_id": 36123, "alldata_vehicle_id": 36123, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "F5OY2B091A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 2002, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V" }2001 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $90.00Labor: $52.00{ "partPrice": 90, "laborPrice": 52, "alldata_id": 35332, "alldata_vehicle_id": 35332, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "F5OY2B091A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 2001, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V" }2000 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $1.00Labor: $95.00{ "partPrice": 1, "laborPrice": 95, "alldata_id": 34531, "alldata_vehicle_id": 34531, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "F5OY2B091A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 2000, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V" }1999 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $81.00Labor: $67.00{ "partPrice": 81, "laborPrice": 67, "alldata_id": 32828, "alldata_vehicle_id": 32828, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "F5OY2B091A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1999, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V" }1998 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $8.00Labor: $93.00{ "partPrice": 8, "laborPrice": 93, "alldata_id": 32292, "alldata_vehicle_id": 32292, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "F5OY2B091A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1998, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V" }1997 Lincoln Continental V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $100.00Labor: $41.00{ "partPrice": 100, "laborPrice": 41, "alldata_id": 26208, "alldata_vehicle_id": 26208, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Pressure Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Combination Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.2", "warrantytime": "0.8" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1997, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI" }1994 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $68.00Labor: $28.00{ "partPrice": 68, "laborPrice": 28, "alldata_id": 12399, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12399, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1994, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1993 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $41.00Labor: $36.00{ "partPrice": 41, "laborPrice": 36, "alldata_id": 5469, "alldata_vehicle_id": 5469, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1992 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $50.00Labor: $39.00{ "partPrice": 50, "laborPrice": 39, "alldata_id": 1737, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1737, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1992, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1991 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $34.00Labor: $41.00{ "partPrice": 34, "laborPrice": 41, "alldata_id": 1734, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1734, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "With Anti-Lock Brakes", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1991, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1990 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $90.00Labor: $4.00{ "partPrice": 90, "laborPrice": 4, "alldata_id": 1731, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1731, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Lock Brakes", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "With Anti-Lock Brakes", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed System. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1990, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1987 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $88.00Labor: $17.00{ "partPrice": 88, "laborPrice": 17, "alldata_id": 1722, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1722, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1987, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }1986 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $90.00Labor: $12.00{ "partPrice": 90, "laborPrice": 12, "alldata_id": 1719, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1719, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1986, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }1985 Lincoln Continental L6-146 2.4L DSL Turbo - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $1.00Labor: $14.00{ "partPrice": 1, "laborPrice": 14, "alldata_id": 1715, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1715, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "L6-146 2.4L DSL Turbo" }1985 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $69.00Labor: $32.00{ "partPrice": 69, "laborPrice": 32, "alldata_id": 1714, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1714, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.7" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }1984 Lincoln Continental L6-146 2.4L DSL Turbo - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $50.00Labor: $63.00{ "partPrice": 50, "laborPrice": 63, "alldata_id": 1710, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1710, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "L6-146 2.4L DSL Turbo" }1984 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $50.00Labor: $74.00{ "partPrice": 50, "laborPrice": 74, "alldata_id": 1709, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1709, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Without Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E4LY2B257A" } ] }, { "name": "Anti-Skid", "part": [ { "name": "Anti-lock Brake Components, Brake Pressure Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E5LY2B257A" } ] } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }1983 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $17.00Labor: $57.00{ "partPrice": 17, "laborPrice": 57, "alldata_id": 1706, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1706, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E1DZ2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }1982 Lincoln Continental V6-232 3.8L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $61.00Labor: $54.00{ "partPrice": 61, "laborPrice": 54, "alldata_id": 1702, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1702, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E1DZ2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1982, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V6-232 3.8L" }1982 Lincoln Continental V8-302 5.0L - Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve Costs
Parts: $28.00Labor: $68.00{ "partPrice": 28, "laborPrice": 68, "alldata_id": 1703, "alldata_vehicle_id": 1703, "title": "Brake Proportioning/Combination Valve", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "part": [ { "name": "Brake Pressure Metering Valve", "price": "0.00", "pricecode": "Contact Dealer for most current part and price information", "partnumber": "E1DZ2B257A" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Brake Differential Valve", "labor": { "note": "Includes: Bleed Brakes. ", "skill": "B", "standardtime": "1.0", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1982, "make": "Lincoln", "model": "Continental", "engine": "V8-302 5.0L" }