OEM Ford Taurus X Brake Caliper

Ford Taurus X Brake Caliper Parts and Q&A

• Caliper, Rear Passenger Side
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  Q: How to properly bleed a brake caliper on Ford Taurus X?

  A:

  The brake fluid bleeding process requires only brake fluid that fulfills manufacturer requirements and must include new fluid instead of reusing drained fluid because contaminated fluid could harm brake components. The Brake Master Cylinder requires constant filling with fluid throughout the operation because this protects both the system functionality and braking potential. Wipe off any brake fluid escaping from the bleeder screw with water when the liquid contacts painted or plastic parts. Start the bleeder screw process by taking away the bleeder screw cap while you apply a box-end wrench to the bleeder screw. A rubber drain hose should be connected to the bleeder screw before the free end section goes into a container that contains clean brake fluid specified by the manufacturer. A helper should maintain continuous pedal pressure while keeping another helper who pumps the brake pedal. Bleeding must be completed by pressing and releasing the parking brake five times when working on rear integral parking brake calipers. Open the bleeder screw while your assistant manually presses the brake pedal before you tighten both parts as the assistant sustains pressure on the brake pedal. The braking fluid should be replenished periodically during the bleeding process to achieve clear fluid in the final stages of reservoir fill. Finish the procedure by tightening the brake caliper bleeder screw then extracting the rubber hose followed by reinstalling the bleeder screw cap while making sure to maintain the necessary torque specification for both front and rear brake caliper bleeder screws.
• Caliper, Rear Driver Side
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  Q: How to service and repair the rear brake caliper on Ford Taurus X?

  A:

  You should start the caliper rear brake service and repair work by taking off the Brake Pads and disconnecting the Parking Brake Cable from subframe bracket and caliper before setting the cable to the side. The disc brake caliper needs inspection after cleaning to determine whether its replacement with a new one should be performed if leaking or damaged boots are found. After disconnecting the brake flexible hose fitting it is crucial to torque the fitting to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft) during reinstallation. The brake caliper along with brake flexible hose needs to be taken off together which requires removing the retainer clip from the hose. After reversing the removal steps you must finish the installation of the caliper by performing a bleeding procedure. Clean brake fluid of correct manufacturer-grade needs to be used along with preventing contact between previously drained fluid because it poses risks of contamination and cause harm. The brake fluid harms painted surfaces and plastic materials so immediately spray off the spill with water. Do not let brake fluid touch the back adhesive of brake pads since this contact could weaken the caliper pad connection thus requiring you to replace the brake pads. The specified brake parts cleaner is the only acceptable solution because any residue might damage adhesion quality.