Disc Brake Calipers & Pads: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar and 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
To prevent master cylinder overflow when caliper piston is depressed, remove and discard some brake fluid from master cylinder.
NOTE:
It is not required to install new brake pads if friction material properties are within guidelines. It is also not required to install new brake pads when the brake discs are machined.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel. Inspect the pads for wear and contamination.
- Remove two front disc brake caliper bolts. See Figure and Figure . Lift the disc brake caliper off the front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
- Disconnect the front brake hose. Remove the front brake hose bolt and discard the copper washers. Remove the brake caliper.
- Measure the front brake disc thickness. Install a new front brake disc if not within specification. See DISC & DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Inspect the disc brake caliper. See Fig 1 . If leaks or damaged boots are found, disassembly is required. See DISC BRAKE CALIPER under OVERHAUL.
- Remove the pads and verify thickness. Remove the front disc brake caliper anchor plate stainless steel slippers and discard.
- Inspect the front disc brake anchor plate assembly.
- Check the guide pin boots for damage.
- Check the guide pins for binding and damage.
- Replace worn or damaged pins. Lube pins with Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound (D7AZ-19A331-A), or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A.
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It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic line if caliper is not to be serviced.