OEM 2002 Ford Windstar Brake Pads

2002 Ford Windstar Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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

  A: The repair and servicing process for brakes starts with checking the brake fluid level in the reservoir after removing the brake master cylinder filler cap. You should pull out fluid until only half of the reservoir tank remains filled. First lift the vehicle with support and take off both wheel and tire unit. Install new pads in complete axle sets after checking pads for wear and contamination because pads exceeding the specified thickness above metal backing plate or rivets require replacement. The caliper sight hole should never be used for piston retraction purposes because it causes damage to the components. Avoid suspending the disc brake caliper from the brake hose because proper support alternatives should be used during removal. Detach the two caliper anchor plate bolts to lift the caliper off its position. Brake discs must be measured and replacement with new ones is necessary when the thickness falls outside the defined specifications. Check for leaks and boot damage in the disc brake caliper because disassembly will be necessary. One should remove pads and stainless steel slippers then check pad thickness before throwing out the slippers. Check both the guide pin boots of the front disc brake anchor plate assembly for damage then verify that guide pins do not show signs of binding or damage. Replace any worn or broken pins and lubricate them using Silicone Brake Caliper Grease D7AZ-19A331-A or an equivalent compound which meets Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A. New pad installation must be performed without allowing any contaminants such as grease, oil, brake fluid or other substances to touch the pad lining material and the installation must include all new hardware provided in both the pad kit and spring kit. Follow up with installing stainless steel taps aiming toward brake disc before you install both pads. For caliper piston compression use either a wood block or a used pad as protective tool for the pistons and boots. Begin caliper installation by securing the top bolt and move to the other nuts gradually. Reinstall the wheel along with tire components before lowering the vehicle then add clean High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6A.Z-19542-AB or equivalent DOT 3 fluid according to Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A to the brake master cylinder reservoir before installing its filler cap. Finally, inspect the brake operation.