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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Disc Brake Components
    G03200131Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 3: Brake Caliper Assembly Removal Note 

  1. Remove the caliper flow bolt and the 2 copper washers. Discard the copper washers.
    Fig 2: Removing Bolt And Copper Washers
    G03200132Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 4: Brake Pads Removal Note 

  1. Compress the disc brake pistons.
    • Use a wood block or used brake pad to protect pistons and boots.
    Fig 3: Compressing Disc Brake Pistons
    G03200133Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 8: Brake Disc Removal Note 

  1. If the brake disc will be reused, match-mark the hub and brake disc.
  2. CAUTION: If it is necessary to machine the brake disc, only use a hub-mount brake lathe.
  3. Measure the brake disc and resurface as necessary. Install a new brake disc if beyond specification.

Item 10: Brake Disc Shield Removal Note 

    CAUTION: Use a 5.5 mm (0.22 in) drill. Do not exceed past a 6.0 mm (0.24 in) drill.
    Fig 4: Identifying Drill Out Rivets
    G03200134Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Drill out the rivets.

Item 8: Brake Disc Installation Note 

  1. Clean any rust or foreign material from the brake disc and wheel hub.
    • Use a suitable brake parts cleaner to clean the brake disc and hub surfaces.
    • Apply a suitable anti-seize lubricant to the hub flange.
    Fig 5: Applying Suitable Anti-Seize Lubricant To Hub Flange
    G03200135Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 3: Brake Caliper Installation Note 

  1. Install new copper washers.