OEM 2000 Ford Ranger Brake Caliper

2000 Ford Ranger Brake Caliper Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the brake caliper on 2000 Ford Ranger?

  A: The brake caliper servicing and repairing process starts by raising then supporting the vehicle while removing the wheel and tire assembly. Handle brake fluid with care because the polyglycol ethers and polyglycols components release toxic substances that should be avoided from contact with eyes and thorough hand washing should follow any fluid interaction. If eye contact happens you should flush the area with running water through a 15-minute period followed by medical consultation for persistent irritation. Swallowing any small amounts requires you to consume water and provoke vomiting followed by emergency medical care. Any brake fluid spillage requires immediate washing with water because the substance can harm painted and plastic surfaces. Start the process of brake hose removal by untightening the front brake hose bolt followed by disconnecting the hose and discarding the copper washers and plugging the front brake hose. The next step requires bayonet caliper removal through bolt extraction from the caliper and anchor plate elevation. Test the caliper for leakages before moving toward disassembly. Installation of the disc brake caliper requires placing it in position before you fasten it with caliper bolts. The front brake hose requires new copper washers when reconnecting while using the front brake hose bolt for installation. The brake system should be bled before reinstallation of the wheel followed by checking the complete operation of the brake system for correct functioning.