Rear Brake Pads: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
- Install the 2 brake pads, shims and new slide clips to the brake caliper anchor plate.
- Position the brake caliper on the anchor plate and install the 2 guide pin bolts.
- Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
- Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
- Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid.
- Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.
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Protect the caliper pistons and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.
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Make sure the caliper piston boot is clean and free of foreign material.
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Make sure that the caliper guide pin boots are fully seated or damage to the caliper guide pin boots can occur.
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Make sure that the brake caliper hose is not twisted during caliper installation.