Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING:
Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
CAUTION:
Do not allow brake fluid to overflow from the master cylinder reservoir. Brake fluid may damage the high-voltage components.
NOTE:
The rear brake pads will wear at approximately twice the rate of the front brake pads.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
article.
- Remove the battery junction box (BJB) fuses 24 (50A) and 31 (50A).
- Remove the brake caliper jounce hose flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers.
- To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Remove the 2 brake caliper guide bolts.
- To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Remove the brake caliper.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
NOTE:
The following steps must be followed to prevent the accumulator from charging and pressurizing the brake system.
NOTE:
Install new copper washers.