OEM 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Brake Caliper

2001 Ford Crown Victoria Brake Caliper Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Properly Service and Install a Brake Caliper on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria?

  A: It is essential to disable the air suspension system electricity before brake caliper maintenance to stop the air springs from automatic pressure fluctuations during hoisting or jacking operations or during towing procedures. First raise the vehicle along with support beams before disconnecting the wheel and tire combination. When dealing with brake fluid it is important to exercise caution because it can trigger skin irritation; immediately wash the contact area thoroughly and use water to flush your eyes if they come in contact with the fluid. The brake hose disconnects through removing its bolt followed by unfastening the rear wheel brake hose followed by removing the copper washers while securing the brake hose with a plug. Leave guide pins and boots sealed for life since their removal ought to be only done when necessary. Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) together with an equivalent silicone compound complying with Ford specification ESE-MlC171-A serve as approved products for sliding pin relubrication in calipers because other lubricants can harm the caliper made of rubber. Inspection of the anchor plate requires removing the rear disc brake caliper bolts to lift it off while checking for any fluid leaks before performing disassembly if fluid leakage occurs. Position stainless steel shoe slippers properly while replacing any worn-out or damaged parts along with placing the anti-rattle clip behind the anchor plate. Install and position the caliper by using the designed caliper bolt while keeping the locator notch of the brake pads oriented towards the upper end of the caliper. The process continues by restoring the rear wheel brake hose and installing the caliper flow bolt that uses new copper washers while conducting the disc brake caliper bleeding procedure. Lower the vehicle before reactivating the air suspension system if present and then reinstall the wheel along with the tire assembly before checking the brake system's operations.