OEM 2002 Ford Windstar Brake Caliper

2002 Ford Windstar Brake Caliper Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the brake caliper on 2002 Ford Windstar?

  A: The first step starts by securely raising the car and removing the wheel along with the tire before proceeding with brake caliper repair. The service and repair of the brake caliper require caliper bolt removal as you must avoid brake fluid contact because it includes polyglycol ethers and polyglycols; eye flush with running water must occur for 15 minutes along with medical evaluation for persistent irritation. Immediately wash paint and plastic surfaces that encounter brake fluid with water. Cut the front brake hose by unthreading the front brake hose bolt and disposing the copper washers before removing the brake caliper. A thorough check of the disc brake caliper must occur because you must dismantle it when discovering leaks or broken boots. Start by installing the front brake hose followed by the brake caliper while checking that guide pin boots properly seat to avoid guide pin damages. Begin tightening the lower caliper bolt followed by disc brake caliper bolt installation. The brake caliper requires bleeding followed by installation of the wheel along with assembly before filling the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent DOT 3 fluid which satisfies Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A. The conclusion checks the system brake operation.