Rear Brake Flexible Hose: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure , refer to SAFETY WARNINGS . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Do not allow the brake fluid to come in contact with the adhesive backing on the brake pads. This may prevent the brake pad adhesive surface from bonding with the brake caliper. If brake fluid is spilled onto the brake pads, install new pads.

NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: 352 mm (14 in) brakes shown in illustration, 325 mm (13 in) brakes similar.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- To install, tighten the brake tube fitting to 17 Nm (150 lb-in).
- To install, tighten the brake flexible hose threaded fitting to 30 Nm (20 lb-ft).