Removal and Installation — Brake Disc

Materials

Removal

1. 1
   Activate the brake Service Mode.
   Refer to: Brake Service Mode Activation and Deactivation (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).
2. 2
   Remove the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheels and Tires (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
3. 3

   NOTICE: Do not pry on the caliper inspection hole to retract the pistons, as this may damage the pistons and dust boots.

   NOTICE: Do not allow the brake caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose, as the hose may be damaged.

   Remove the bolts and set the brake caliper and anchor plate aside. Discard the bolts.
   Torque: 46 lb-ft (63 N·m)

   

4. 4
   Remove the brake rotor.

   

5. 5

   NOTICE: Make sure that the mating surfaces are clean and free of foreign material.

   Clean the mating surfaces of the brake rotor and wheel hub.
   Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B, APM-4-C

   

Installation

1. 1

   NOTICE: Make sure the brake hose is not twisted when installing the brake caliper or damage to the flexible brake hose may occur.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. 2
   Deactivate the brake Service Mode.
   Refer to: Brake Service Mode Activation and Deactivation (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).
3. 3
   Depress the brake pedal several times to verify proper brake system operation.