OEM 2006 Ford Ranger Brake Pads

2006 Ford Ranger Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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

  A: Service and repair tasks for brake pads must start by using DOT 3 brake fluid only since alternative types will damage the brakes permanently to the point where they become non-functional. Handle brake fluid properly because all skin or eye and painted or plastic surface contacts require immediate water flushing followed by medical evaluation for lingering irritations. Inspect the master cylinder reservoir brake fluid first then drain it until the fluid reaches half the reservoir. Position the vehicle on a hoist when it is set to NEUTRAL. Support your caliper using mechanic's wire while you remove its two pin bolts. Never place force through the caliper sight hole to withdraw pistons since it could damage the components. The anchor plate guide pins should move freely while the boots need inspection for tears or cracks before replacement with silicone brake caliper grease application. New brake pads must replace existing ones when wear reaches the manufacturer specifications or when contamination appears on the pads. Complete axle sets must be used for new pad replacements. Check the brake disc condition; if necessary replace it with a new one. When replacing brake pads always keep pad lining material free from contamination by grease oil and brake fluid while using the new hardware included in the brake pad kit. A suitable tool with a worn brake pad must compress the caliper pistons while protecting its piston and boots during pad and clip installation for the new pads. Start by tightening the bottom caliper bolt before the top while ensuring the caliper pin boots are properly in place to stop any damage. Fasten the caliper in its position before mounting the two caliper pin bolts which should be torqued to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs.). Finish the procedure by adding clean DOT 3 brake fluid to the master cylinder reservoir followed by a brake operation test.