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Removal And Installation

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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 or plastic surfaces. Do not spill brake fluid onto painted or plastic surfaces. If spilled, wipe up immediately.
  1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
    • If required, remove the fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
    2. WARNING: Before servicing a vehicle equipped with a fire suppression system, depower the system by following the procedure in FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM article. Failure to follow the instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES article.
    3. 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 may occur.
  3. Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts and position the caliper aside.
    • Support the brake caliper using mechanic's wire.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    4. CAUTION: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the brake pads.
  4. Remove the brake pads.
    5. Fig 1: Locating Brake Pads
    GF0013996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to the piston or boot may occur.
  5. If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
    6. Fig 2: Pressing Caliper Piston Into Caliper
    GF0013997Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Fill the master cylinder with clean specified fluid.
    • Make sure the anti-rattle clips are clean and in good condition.
    • Test the brake system for normal operation.
    7. WARNING: If the vehicle is equipped with a fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM article. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
  7. If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.
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