OEM 2002 Ford Expedition Brake Pads

2002 Ford Expedition Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: How should asbestos fiber dust be handled safely when servicing front brake pads on 2002 Ford Expedition?

  A: Taking care to handle asbestos fiber dust becomes vital during front brake pad servicing since inhalation exposure to this material presents health hazards. The cleaning device must be asbestos-specific to collect fibers while following OSHA specifications through proper bagging and sealing which requires notice to the trash hauler about material content. When no vacuum for asbestos dust is available technicians should use wet cleaning methods while wearing toxic dust purifying respirators approved by the government. All locations from which asbestos dust could spread require warning signs for entry protection so only brake or clutch technicians can access these areas. Beginning work means first softening the wheel nuts through manual rotation instead of using heat since heat damages both wheel structures and bearings. Proceed to remove the center cap then continue loosening the wheel nuts under wheel weight conditions. As a necessary step before vehicle lifting technicians must turn off the air suspension switch located in the right-hand kick panel area to avoid sudden air spring inflation or deflation events. First lift the vehicle before removing its wheel and tire assembly with the help of wheel nuts. The brake pad examination should determine the need for replacement if they reach or exceed the fitment standard from the metal backing plate or rivets. Maintenance of new pads must include complete axle set installation. I will support the front disc brake caliper correctly to prevent using it as a hanging mechanism for the brake hose then remove the caliper bolts with a T45 Torx (R) before elevating the caliper off the anchor plate. The process for brake disc thickness measurement must be performed on 4x2 vehicles followed by replacing the brake disc and hub when standards are not met. 4x4 vehicles require brake disc measurement before necessary replacement. Check the disc brake caliper for liquid leaks before disassembling it and eliminating the disc brake anti-rattle clips when extracting the pads. The installation process requires absolute avoidance of all contact between lubricants including oil and fluid and brake pad lining materials. Install the pads together with anti-rattle clips. Install the disc brake caliper along with its bolts while maintaining caution about the bleeder screw and front wheel disc brake shield. The cleaning process of wheel hub mounting surfaces should include removing all corrosive materials and foreign elements which will provide stable wheel nut contact to prevent driving accidents. To complete the task install the tire and wheel assembly before placing the center cap while inspecting brake operation.