OEM 2002 Lincoln Continental Brake Pads

2002 Lincoln Continental Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the front brake pads on 2002 Lincoln Continental?

  A: The first task to service and repair front brake pads requires disabling electrical power to the air suspension system through the air suspension switch in the luggage compartment to stop unexpected air spring behavior during vehicle hoisting and jacking or towing operations. First elevate the vehicle before you dismantle the wheel with its tire. The cleaning of brake and clutch assemblies requires a vacuum cleaner built for asbestos fibers to remove hazardous dust that forms during inhalation so wash these parts by following OSHA protocol. Properly tag and seal the vacuum bag for future disposal. Asbestos vacuum availability becomes the criterion for cleaning decisions when using wet cleaning techniques and toxic dust purifying respirators mandated by government standards. Brake and clutch repair technicians should work exclusively in areas posted with warning signs because asbestos dust generation has occurred. The thickness of metal backing plate or rivets becomes a factor for pad replacement when pads reach this level of wear. Total axle set pad replacement remains mandatory whenever performing this service. Check the pads for wear along with contamination before you remove the caliper bolts from the anchor plate to lift off the caliper. Check the brake disc minimum thickness until it meets specifications; replace the disc unless need to resurface using installed lathe equipment according to the manufacturer's guidelines. Performance of the disc brake caliper must be inspected for leaks before moving forward. Any observed leaks will require disassembly procedures. Install the new pad along with the disc brake caliper through its bolts. Follow this procedure by activating air suspension with the switch before installing wheels and tires before performing brake system inspection.