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Removal and Installation

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  1. If necessary, remove the brake fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
  2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
    3. CAUTION: Do not pry in caliper sight hole to retract pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
  3. Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts and position the caliper aside.
    • Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
    • To install (F-250, F-350 single rear wheel caliper), tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
    • To install (F-350 dual rear wheel caliper), tighten to 76 Nm (56 lb-ft).
    • To install (F-450, F-550 dual rear wheel caliper), tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
    4. CAUTION: Install new brake pads if they are worn past the specified thickness above the metal backing plates. Install new brake pads in axle sets.
  4. Remove the 2 brake pads and inspect for wear or contamination. If equipped, remove the 4 retraction clips.
    • Discard the retraction clips.
    • Inspect the brake pads for wear and contamination.
  5. Measure the brake disc thickness.
    • Install a new brake disc if not within specification.
  6. Inspect the disc brake caliper for leaks.
    • If leaks are found a new caliper must be installed.
  7. Inspect the disc brake anchor plate assembly.
    • Check the guide pin boots for damage.
    • Check the guide pins for binding and damage.
    • Install new pins if worn or damaged. Lubricate the pins with silicone brake caliper grease.
    8. CAUTION: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper bores.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
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