OEM 2005 Ford F-150 Brake Pads

2005 Ford F-150 Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the rear brake pads on 2005 Ford F-150?

  A: The first step for repairing rear brake pads must use approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid since other types will damage brake parts permanently and disable braking capability which poses injury risks to users. Use careful handling when working with brake fluid because direct contact with eyes should be avoided while hand washing thoroughly follows any usage. Running water eye flushes should commence for fifteen minutes when contact happens followed by medical intervention for long-lasting irritation symptoms. Consumption of the substance requires drinking water followed by vomiting induction before you should get medical help right away. Begin by examining the brake fluid in the brake master cylinder reservoir then drain fluid until the mark indicates half-full. The vehicle should be placed on a hoist while it is in neutral gear position. Installation of new pads should happen when current pads expose more than their manufacturers-specified metal plate thickness and installation must always involve complete axle sets. Check the pads to find wear and contamination while making sure the brake caliper stays supported through a suitable tool while inspecting the flexible hose. Use a suitable tool to support the brake caliper while you remove its two securing bolts and place it to the side. The brake disc must be measured for thickness before replacement when it fails to meet the stated specifications. Discard the brake clips after removing brake pads and the two spring retaining pieces. Check the guide pin boots on the disc brake anchor plate assembly for damage and inspect guide pins for binding and damage during the inspection process. Replace any worn or damaged boots and lubricate the guide pins. Install the pad lining material by avoiding contact with any substances including grease oil brake fluid or contaminants since contaminated pads must remain unborrowed from installation. Install every new component from the pad kit and spring kit following the specified instructions to mount the two spring clips and brake pads. After positioning the brake caliper you must install the two bolts while tightening them to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.). The systems should undergo brake operation testing as the final step.