OEM 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Brake Pads

2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the front brake pads on 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

  A: The front brake pad service requires you to drain some of the brake fluid until the cylinder reaches half of its capacity. Start by lifting the vehicle then supporting it before removing the wheel together with the tire. The service requires disc brake pads replacement in complete axle sets when pads reach or surpass the specified metal backing plate measurement threshold. Inspect new pads for wear contamination. The brake caliper works best when you eliminate the lower bolt on the right-hand caliper combined with the upper bolt on the left-hand caliper before rotating the caliper away from the brake rotor. Pull off the pads alongside the stainless slippers. The brake disc needs to be checked for any cracking so if present you must replace it with a new brake disc. A machine operation on the brake disc becomes necessary if any vibration appears during braking in the steering wheel or seat or brake pedal. The machining process becomes necessary for brake discs that exhibit heavy scoring patterns which match those found in worn linings next to the backing plate. The brake disc should be measured for its minimum allowable thickness and will require replacement when measurements are outside specifications. Disc brake caliper inspection should be performed to check for any leaks which will require the caliper to be disassembled. Brake fluid extraction from the master cylinder requires an appropriate vacuum system and the slippers along with pads must be installed onto surfaces that received cleaning treatment. During new pad installation it is necessary to use a C-clamp with wood block to compress caliper pistons followed by lowering master cylinder brake fluid level. The rotatable brake caliper needs to enter the anchor bracket followed by caliper bolt installation into action. Then the wheel tire assembly can be returned to place. Before concluding the procedure check that the brake system operates correctly.