OEM 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty Brake Pads

2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty Brake Pads Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the front disc brake pads on F-250/350 (and similar for F-450/550) on 2009 Ford F-350 Super Duty?

  A: A clean braking fluid that matches manufacturer requirements should be chosen for front brake pad servicing on all F-250/350 models along with F-450/550 vehicles since prior drained fluid should be avoided. Examine master cylinder reservoir brake fluid level and extract fluid until reaching middle zone of the reservoir capacity. Detach the brake caliper by removing the two caliper bolts while avoiding any contact inside the caliper sight hole that would retract the pistons because such movement could damage the system. Support the caliper with mechanic's wire when adding new brake pads to the entire axle to avoid unsafe braking conditions. Discard the two brake pads and remove the retraction clips from them. Test the brake disc for thickness measurements then need machining before moving to new disc replacement if needed. During new brake pad installation crew members must protect pad lining material from contamination by brake fluid or oil or grease while using only the new hardware provided in the kit. After placing new brake pads and retracting clips into position use a suitable tool holding a worn brake pad to push the caliper pistons inside the caliper unit while protecting the piston and boots. Begin installing the caliper bolt at the bottom initially because it will prevent guide pins from getting damaged while making sure the boots sit properly within the caliper. Install the caliper bolts on F-250 and F-350 vehicle models with 76 Nm (56 lb-ft) torque and apply 63 Nm (46 lb-ft) torque to F-450 and F-550 model caliper bolts. Complete the installation of wheel and tire followed by fluid filling into brake master cylinder reservoir then test the brake system for standard functionality.