Removal (4WD Models)

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Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel.
Remove anchor plate and caliper assembly. See DISK BRAKE CALIPERS & PADS .
On models with single rear wheels, remove rotor.
On models with dual rear wheels, remove hub plate extender nuts, and remove hub extender plate. Remove rotor. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .

NOTE: If excessive force is used when removing rotor, it should be checked for lateral runout prior to installation.

Fig 1: Identifying Hub Extender Nuts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Hub (Rotor Removed)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.