Rear Brake Pads: Removal
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 the Poison Control Center at: 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.
WARNING:
Always install new brake shoes or pads at both ends of an axle to reduce the possibility of brakes pulling vehicle to one side. Failure to follow this instruction may result in uneven braking and serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Do not spill brake fluid onto painted or plastic surfaces or damage to surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
- 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.
Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires .
- 3.NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang by the flexible brake hose or damage to the hose may occur.
Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin caps and bolts and position the caliper and brake pad assembly aside.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- Remove and discard the guide pin bushings.
- Inspect the guide pin threads for damage, install new guide pin(s) as necessary.
- 5.
Inspect the brake pads for wear or contamination and install new pads as necessary. For additional information, refer to General Procedures in Brake System General Information .
- 7.
Inspect the brake disc and resurface or install a new brake disc as necessary. For additional information, refer to General Procedures in Brake System General Information .