OEM 2000 Lincoln Town Car Brake Pads

2000 Lincoln Town Car Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: What Steps Should Be Taken Before Beginning Brake Pads Service and Repair on 2000 Lincoln Town Car?

  A: The brake pad service starts with turning off the air suspension electrical power by flipping the air suspension switch inside the luggage compartment to stop the air springs from unexpected inflation or deflation. Use the tools to check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and remove fluid until it reaches half the capacity. Start by raising and supporting the vehicle and after that take off the wheel with attached tire. The brake pad inspection requires replacing worn pads which measure less than the specified distance above the metal backing plate or rivets, pad replacement must only occur with complete axle sets. The caliper sight hole should never be used for piston retraction because it causes damage to the component. Do not let the caliper dangle from the hose because proper support must be provided. You should remove both front brake caliper bolts from the anchor plate to lift the caliper off its position. After removing the anti-rattle clip from the disc brake pads it is necessary to measure the brake disc and procure a replacement if the thickness does not comply with specifications. Carefully inspect the disc brake caliper for any leaking conditions or boot damages because you will need to disassemble it whenever problems emerge. Next remove all pads and stainless steel slippers while carefully inspecting the pad thickness before tossing away the slippers. Examine the disc brake anchor plate assembly because worn guide pin boots or tight pin components or damaged parts will need replacement. Install the new pads alongside stainless steel slippers after making sure no lubricant or oil enters the pad lining material space and after verifying that all components are clean and free from damage. After compressing the caliper pistons using a wood block or used pad you can install the disc brake pad anti-rattle clip. Install first the disc brake caliper and its bolts before installing the wheel combined with tire assembly. Gradually lower the vehicle while adding clean High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or an equivalent DOT 3 fluid that meets Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A; if DOT 3 fluid is unavailable, use DOT 4 Brake Fluid that complies with Ford specification SAE-J1704-DOT 4. Before inspecting brake operation you must replace the brake master cylinder filler cap and enable air suspension if it exists by turning on the air suspension switch.