OEM 2007 Ford Five Hundred Brake Pads

2007 Ford Five Hundred Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the front brake pads on 2007 Ford Five Hundred?

  A: The brake pad replacement service requires exclusive DOT 3 brake fluid for service while any other kind will damage brake components and suspend brake operations permanently. Read all caution advice provided on the product label while getting immediate medical help when needed. In the USA or Canada, for Ford/Motorcraft products, call 1-800-959-3673 for additional information. Brake fluid poses dangerous effects to car paint and plastic materials which need prompt washing off using water in case of spillage. Brake fluid should not touch the adhesive backing of brake pads because this will require a new pad replacement. Brake parts cleaners from the manufacturer must be used to clean brake components since unused products will affect adhesion performance. Inspect the master cylinder reservoir brake fluid while pulling out excess fluid that will leave half the container empty. When parking the vehicle at a hoist in neutral gear use a big C-clamp to press pistons into the caliper housing which separates the outer brake pad from the caliper. After pulling out the two guide pin bolts, install new brake pads immediately since they have single use only. The mechanic's wire should be used to support the caliper rather than hanging it from the brake hose because this could result in damage. Discard the retraction clips while you remove two brake pads and spring clips from the brake caliper anchor plate. Check for any damage in the brake caliper while inspecting the part for any leaks. Replace these components if required. You should clean the brake caliper mating surfaces with brake parts cleaner while avoiding pad lining material contact with grease oil fluid and contaminants. When putting on new brake pads always replace each component contained in the brake pad kit and position the new spring clips along with brake pads onto the brake caliper anchor plate. Position the brake caliper onto the anchor plate with proper boot seating of the caliper pins as well as avoiding brake hose twist. Two guide pin bolts on the brake caliper need installation followed by proper torque to 60 Nm (44 lb-ft). Brake fluid refilling into the reservoir requires recommended fluid of appropriate quality but only when essential. The brake pads need one minute of engine-run time with brake pedal pressure of 89-133 N (20-30 lb) to secure their attachment to the brake caliper before any potential contamination is introduced. Brake operations should be tested as a final step before concluding the process.