Ford BU2Z-2V001-C
Brake Pads, Front

A proper start for servicing and repairing rear brake pads involves draining half the amount of brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir. The proper installation of new pads requires worn elements to pass beyond the specified thickness from the metal backing plate or rivets and new pads must be used in complete axle set configurations. Check brake pad condition for signs of wear along with any appearance of contamination because they need replacement. The replacement of rear wheel brake hoses should not be required during this maintenance process. When handling the rear brake caliper you need to protect brake pads from getting contaminated by grease, oil, brake fluid or any other substances before pad removal. Pull the caliper piston inside the caliper before you discard the slippers. The examination of the brake disc should be followed by installing a new disc when cracks are discovered. Brake disc machining is necessary if brake steering wheel vibration and brake pedal or seat vibration occur during regular braking. The machining process should be used on brake discs when scoring exceeds acceptable levels similar to what linings experience when reaching the backing plate depth. Use measurements to test the brake disc minimum thickness before deciding to install a new brake disc. Install new brake pads using stainless steel slippers at all times because damaged appearance does not matter and place these slips directly against the outboard end area of the anchor plate rail. Wash the lip surface where the new slippers will mate before installing new slipper pads. Always install new brake pads only in parts of brake systems covering a complete axle while taking steps to avoid single-sided brake pad installation on the vehicle. The final step is to install the rear disc brake caliper while performing a check of proper brake operation.

It is essential to start brake pad service and repair with DOT 3 approved brake fluid because alternative fluids cause long-term damage to brake components and break the braking system functionalities which may result in injuries. Review all possible risks through product label cautions while referring to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to obtain additional information. Contact 1-800-959-3673 (FORD) for immediate medical help regarding Ford/Motorcraft products. Take care when working with brake fluid since it damages paint surface and plastic materials thus requiring immediate water wash. Review the brake fluid amount in the master cylinder reservoir before draining some fluid to reach half capacity when needed. Position the motor vehicle with its transmission set to neutral mode on top of a hoisting system. Keep away from the caliper sight hole to retract pistons because it creates potential damage to them. Pulling the brake caliper off the brake hose will create potential damage therefore avoid this practice. The brake caliper support needs mechanic's wire before you remove its guide pin bolts. Smooth movement throughout the anchor plate guide pins requires replacement of both new boots and pins along with silicone brake caliper grease application. New brake pads should be installed within complete axle sets whenever brake pads have exceeded their allowed thickness above the metal backing plate or rivets. Brake discs need inspection before replacing the whole machine if required. The installation of new brake pads needs total exclusion of grease and oil and fluid and contaminants from the pad lining because every installation kit should include new hardware. The two brake pad clips and brake pads should be installed according to their specified positions. A suitable tool along with a worn brake pad must be used to push the caliper piston into the caliper as you protect the piston along with the boots. Begin tightening the bottom caliper bolt first then proceed to the top bolt while making sure the caliper pins rest properly to preserve guide pins from harm. Install the brake caliper before inserting and tightening its two caliper guide pin bolts at 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs) torque. Testing should be conducted on the brakes for proper operation after your fluid addition of clean specified brake fluid in the brake master cylinder reservoir.

The process of fixing brake pads starts by supporting the vehicle through its elevation before removing the wheel assembly with its tire. Service professionals should swap worn-out pad materials when their thickness goes beyond manufacturer standards from plate metal or bolts while conducting axle pad replacements. The inspection of pads must occur before removing the lower caliper bolt and disc brake caliper rotation to obtain pads and stainless steel slippers which need discarding. The brake disc and hub need replacement if their minimum thickness measurement fails to reach specification points; Ford recommends performing brake disc resurfacing on the vehicle using lathe manufacturer recommendations. Perform a leak check on the caliper brake because removing it will be needed if leakage is discovered. The relocation of anchor pins must be limited to installation where new ones are used. Check the operation smoothness of anchor plate guide pins before testing the boots for damage. Replace new pins and boots with Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound XG6 or equivalent Ford specification ESEMlC171A for lubrication. New installation of stainless steel slippers must happen during brake pad replacement while following proper positioning against the anchor plate rail outboard end. First clean the slipper mating surfaces of anchor plate while documenting the inboard pad indicators. Then put in the new stainless steel pad slippers and verify antirattle spring integrity. Last apply a C-clamp and wooden block to pneumatically squeeze caliper pistons before downward caliper rotation. Complete the installation by mounting the caliper bolt after which you must install both wheel and tire components before conducting a brake system check.

Heavily scored brake discs, similar to those caused by linings worn to the backing plate.

The inboard pad has a wear indicator tab.

Ensure that no grease, oil, brake fluid, or other contaminants come into contact with the brake pads.

Inspect the brake pads for wear or contamination, replacing them as necessary.

Inspect the brake disc for cracks; if any are found, a new brake disc must be installed.

No, there is no need to remove the rear wheel brake hose.

Rotate the disc brake caliper away from the brake disc rotor and remove the pads and stainless slippers.

If the pads are worn to or past the specified thickness above the metal backing plate, install new pads in complete axle sets.

Remove the lower caliper bolt and rotate the disc brake caliper upward to take out the pads and stainless steel slippers, discarding the slippers.

Inspect the anchor plate guide pins for smooth movement and check the boots for any cracks or tears; replace them if necessary and lubricate with specified silicone brake caliper grease.

Inspect the anchor plate guide pins for smooth movement and check the boots for any cracks or tears; replace them if necessary and lubricate with silicone brake caliper grease.

Secure the caliper with the two guide pin bolts, tightening them to 36 Nm (27 lb-ft).