Front Brake Pads: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-450 Super Duty, 2013 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this article, refer to Safety Warnings in SERVICE INFORMATION . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads or damage to components may occur.

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

NOTE: F250, F350 shown, F450, F550 similar.

Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
NOTE: Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.

NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.

Relocate and support the component.
- To install, on F-250, F-350, tighten to 76 Nm (56 lb-ft).
- To install, on F-450, F-550, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
NOTE: Protect the caliper pistons and boots when pushing the caliper pistons into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.