Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not allow brake fluid to overflow from the master cylinder reservoir. Brake fluid may damage the high-voltage components.
NOTE:
The rear brake pads will wear at approximately twice the rate of the front brake pads.
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
- Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
article.
- Remove the battery junction box (BJB) fuses 9 (50A) and 18 (50A).
- Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and position the caliper aside.
- To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- Remove the brake pads from the brake caliper.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
The following steps must be followed to prevent the accumulator from charging and pressurizing the brake system.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.