Front Brake Pads: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup, 2007 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2007 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2007 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the 4 new retracting clips and the 2 brake pads.
- If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
- Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
- On F-250, F-350, tighten to 76 Nm (56 lb-ft).
- On F-450, F-550, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
- Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid.
- Test the brakes for normal operation.
CAUTION:
Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads.
NOTE:
If installing new brake pads, install all new hardware as supplied with the brake pad kit.
CAUTION:
Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores.
CAUTION:
Tighten the bottom caliper bolt before tightening the top caliper bolt.
CAUTION:
Make sure the caliper pin boots are correctly seated to prevent damage to the guide pins.