Brake Caliper
Brake Caliper
Removal and Installation
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.
NOTICE: 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.
NOTICE: Make sure the brake caliper guide pin boots are fully seated or damage to the caliper guide pin boots can occur.
NOTE: Make sure the brake caliper hose is not twisted during brake caliper installation.
NOTE: If a leaking or damaged brake caliper piston boot is found, install a new disc brake caliper.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.
3. Relieve the tension in the parking brake cable by loosening the parking brake cable equalizer adjustment nut.
4. Release the parking brake cable from the brake caliper and remove the parking brake cable.
5. NOTE: New copper washers are required when installing the brake caliper flow bolt.
Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and discard the copper washers.
- To install, tighten to 25Nm (18 lb-ft).
6. Remove and discard the brake pads. For additional information, refer to Brake Pads Rear Disc Brake.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brake caliper. For additional information, refer to Component Bleeding in Brakes and Traction Control.
8. Adjust the parking brake cable.