Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious 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 serious 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.

Hybrid vehicles

NOTE: The following steps must be followed to prevent the accumulator from charging and pressurizing the brake system.

Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
Remove the battery junction box (BJB) fuses 9 (50A) and 18 (50A).

All vehicles

Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers.
- To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
Remove and discard the brake flexible hose retaining clip.
Disconnect the brake tube fitting from the brake flexible hose.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
Remove the bracket bolt and the brake flexible hose.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake caliper. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.