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Rear Disc Brake Shield: Removal

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  1. Remove the rear axle. For additional information, refer to REAR DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL - FORD 8.8-INCH RING GEAR article, REAR DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL - FORD 9.75-INCH RING GEAR article or REAR DRIVE AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL - FORD 10.25-INCH RING GEAR article.
  2. Remove the parking brake shoes. For additional information, refer to PARKING BRAKE AND ACTUATION article.
  3. Remove the 4 brake caliper support bracket nuts and bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 81 Nm (60 lb-ft).
  4. If equipped, drill out the 2 rivets.
    Fig 1: Locating 2 Rivets
    GF0003388Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Protect the seal and bearings from chips.
    • It is not necessary to install new rivets.
  5. Separate the brake disc shield from the brake caliper support bracket and the rear axle housing.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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