OEM Ford Explorer Sport Brake Pads

Ford Explorer Sport Brake Pads Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Brake Pads, Front
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  Q: How to service and repair the rear brake pads on Ford Explorer Sport?

  A: A proper start for servicing and repairing rear brake pads involves draining half the amount of brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir. The proper installation of new pads requires worn elements to pass beyond the specified thickness from the metal backing plate or rivets and new pads must be used in complete axle set configurations. Check brake pad condition for signs of wear along with any appearance of contamination because they need replacement. The replacement of rear wheel brake hoses should not be required during this maintenance process. When handling the rear Brake Caliper you need to protect brake pads from getting contaminated by grease, oil, brake fluid or any other substances before pad removal. Pull the caliper piston inside the caliper before you discard the slippers. The examination of the Brake Disc should be followed by installing a new disc when cracks are discovered. Brake disc machining is necessary if brake steering wheel vibration and brake pedal or seat vibration occur during regular braking. The machining process should be used on brake discs when scoring exceeds acceptable levels similar to what linings experience when reaching the backing plate depth. Use measurements to test the brake disc minimum thickness before deciding to install a new brake disc. Install new brake pads using stainless steel slippers at all times because damaged appearance does not matter and place these slips directly against the outboard end area of the anchor plate rail. Wash the lip surface where the new slippers will mate before installing new slipper pads. Always install new brake pads only in parts of brake systems covering a complete axle while taking steps to avoid single-sided brake pad installation on the vehicle. The final step is to install the rear disc brake caliper while performing a check of proper brake operation.