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Front Brake Pads: Installation

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    NOTE: Bottoming of the caliper piston is not necessary if reusing the original pads.
  1. If installing new pads, use a suitable tool and a pad to press the caliper piston to the bottom of the caliper bore.
    2. CAUTION: To prevent deterioration of the caliper sleeve boots, do not use petroleum-based lubricant.
    Fig 1: Filling Rubber Caliper Sleeve Boots With Caliper Grease
    G03884642Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Fill the rubber caliper sleeve boots with caliper grease.
  3. Install the brake pads.
  4. On E-150, install the brake pad retaining springs.
    Fig 2: Installing Brake Pad Retaining Springs
    G03884641Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the disc brake caliper.
    1. Position the disc brake caliper in the front disc brake caliper anchor plate (E-150 - E-450).
    2. Install and tighten the disc brake caliper bolts.
      Fig 3: Installing Disc Brake Caliper Bolts
      G03884644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Attach the speed sensor wiring to the front brake hose.
    Fig 4: Locating Speed Sensor Wiring Clips
    G03884638Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .
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