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Disc Brake Calipers & Pads: Installation

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CAUTION: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads.
  1. Install the disc brake caliper anchor plate stainless steel rail clips. Install the pads.
  2. If necessary, install the "V" springs.
  3. Compress the caliper pistons into caliper.
  4. Install the disc brake caliper. Install the disc brake caliper pin bolts. Install stone shield on rear forward-of-axle models.
  5. On all models, install the wheel and tire assembly. Lower vehicle.
  6. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid. Install the brake master cylinder filler cap.
  7. Bleed brake system as necessary. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
Fig 1: Identifying Rear Disc Brake Caliper Stone Shield
G00299601Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Inspecting Caliper For Leakage
G00297488Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 3: Identifying "V" Springs
G00299604Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 4: Identifying Anchor Plate Stainless Steel Rail Clips
G00299609Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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