OEM 2001 Mercury Sable Brake Pads

2001 Mercury Sable Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair front brake pads on 2001 Mercury Sable?

  A: The front brake pad service and repair process requires using DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid which must never be substituted by other types since incompatible liquids create permanent damage to brake components resulting in breaks becoming non-operational. The person handling brake fluid needs to exercise caution by keeping it away from eyes and needs to perform complete hand washes afterward. Eyes that come into contact with material require immediate flushing with running water for 15 minutes before requiring medical treatment in case the eyes remain irritated. Ingestion of the substance requires drinking water followed by vomiting induction before visiting the hospital right away for proper treatment. Cautions regarding brake fluid exposure are vital because it might harm painted and plastic components thus requiring immediate cleanup with water. Begin by clearing the brake master cylinder filler cap followed by suctioning fluid until the reservoir becomes half empty using an appropriate vacuum tool. You should remove the brake caliper from the brake hose while taking out wheel and tire assembly to stop both components from damaging each other. You should support the caliper with mechanic's wire before removing the bolts which will allow you to remove the caliper followed by the brake pads. Check the pads for contamination and their thickness against the metal backing plate or rivets measurements; replace complete axle sets with new pads if the pads show excessive wear. Use a wood block or brake pad and position a 10 cm (4 inch) C-clamp on the caliper piston to force it into its housing under the condition of no metal objects touching the piston surface. Construct the new brake pads before you place the brake caliper and fasten the bolts. Put back the wheel with tire and perform several brake pedal press and releases to correctly position the brake linings. The brake fluid reservoir requires Ford High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB together with its equivalent fluids that match Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A.