Rear Brake Caliper Anchor Plate: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the parking brake cable from the brake caliper.
- Pull back the parking brake lever.
- Disconnect the cable from the parking brake lever.
- Remove the cable conduit retaining clip.
- Disconnect the cable from the brake caliper.
- Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and position the caliper aside.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- Remove the 2 brake pads, shims and slide clips. Inspect the brake pads for wear or contamination.
- Inspect the brake pads for wear and contamination.
- Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and the anchor plate.
CAUTION:
Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons, as this can damage the pistons and boots.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.