OEM 2006 Ford Freestyle Brake Pads

2006 Ford Freestyle Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair front brake pads on 2006 Ford Freestyle?

  A: The front brake pad service and maintenance process should start with DOT 3 approved brake fluid since using other fluids may result in permanent damage and brake system failure. Handle brake fluid with caution when working with it since eye exposure and surfaces made of paint or plastic need to be avoided. The hands should get a complete wash after brake fluid use. You should inspect the master cylinder reservoir brake fluid level to remove fluid whenever it reaches halfway up the container. A vehicle in neutral position on the hoist allows the use of a large C-clamp to push caliper pistons into the housing while one clamp end rests on the outer pad and the other ends on the caliper housing. The two caliper guide pin bolts are removable but note that brake pads need immediate replacement since they can be used only once. To prevent damage from gravity mechanics wire must support the caliper when you detach the inner brake pad from its position in the caliper. Extract the two brake pads together with spring clips from the brake caliper anchor plate but retain only the spring clips. If you find damage or leakage on the brake caliper it must be replaced alongside any necessary replacements of brake caliper anchor plates. Clean the adhesive from brake caliper-to-brake pad mating surfaces by using brake parts cleaner while carefully preventing brake fluid and oil from coming into contact with the pad lining material. Installation of new brake pads requires complete hardware sets from the kit which should include fresh spring clips. The proper seating of caliper pin boots and the avoidance of brake hose twisting should occur when installing the caliper onto its anchor plate. Secure the two caliper guide pin bolts at 60 Nm torque (44 ft. lbs.). The reservoir needs clean brake fluid before applying steady 89-133 N (20-30 lbs.) brake pedal pressure for one continuous minute while running the engine to enable pad-bonding to the caliper. Complete the brake check by testing for normal operation.