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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Disc Brake Components
    G03200137Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 2: Brake Caliper Removal Note 

  1. Remove the parking brake cable end from the parking brake lever arm.
    Fig 2: Removing Parking Brake Cable
    G03200138Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Disconnect the parking brake cable and conduit from the brake caliper.
    Fig 3: Removing Parking Brake Cable And Conduit
    G03200139Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the caliper flow bolt and copper washers. Discard the copper washers.
    Fig 4: Removing Caliper Flow Bolt And Copper Washers
    G03200140Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 3: Brake Pads Removal Note 

  1. Using the special tool, compress the brake caliper piston and adjuster into the disc brake caliper. Align the piston notch in the up and down position.
    Fig 5: Aligning Piston Notch In Up And Down Position
    G03200141Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 6: Brake Disc Removal Note 

    CAUTION: If it is necessary to machine the brake disc, only use a hub-mount brake lathe.
    Fig 6: Measuring Brake Disc And Resurface
    G03200142Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Measure the brake disc and resurface as necessary. Install a new brake disc if not within specification.

Item 8: Brake Disc Shield Removal Note 

    CAUTION: Use a 5.5 mm (0.22 in) drill. Do not exceed past a 6 mm (0.24 in) drill.
    Fig 7: Identifying Drill Out Rivets
    G03200143Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Drill out the rivets.