Navigator | 2007-2017 | Base, L, L Luxury, L Reserve, L Select, L Ultimate, Luxury, Reserve, Select, Ultimate | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
Navigator | 2007-2017 | Base, L, L Luxury, L Reserve, L Select, L Ultimate, Luxury, Reserve, Select, Ultimate | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
Aviator | 2020-2023 | Base, Black Label, Black Label Grand Touring, Grand Touring, Livery, Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
Aviator | 2020-2023 | Base, Black Label, Black Label Grand Touring, Grand Touring, Livery, Reserve | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
Q: How to Ensure Proper Functionality of the Brake Caliper on a Lincoln Navigator?
A: A worker must start front brake caliper service by hoisting the vehicle into position while it remains in neutral gear. Begin by removing the brake pads and proceed to extract the brake caliper flow bolt joined to its two copper washers that need disposal. For reinstallation purposes the flow bolt needs to be tightened to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.). A new brake caliper needs installation when the inspection reveals any leaks. After completing the reverse removal process the technician must install the brake parts while conducting a brake system bleeding operation. Forcing any other brake fluid into service instead of approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will result in lastingly damaged brakes and braking system components leading to total brake failure. Pay attention to brake fluid because it will damage painted surfaces and plastic components therefore wash off all spills immediately with water. Vehicle owners need to get emergency medical details about brake fluid from Ford/Motorcraft products in the USA or Canada by dialing 1-800-959-3673 and must refer to the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) when available.
Q: How to Service and Repair a Brake Caliper on Lincoln Town Car?
A: The brake caliper repair starts with first removing the caliper from the rear disc brake unit and draining all fluid from the system. A vise should hold the caliper while you can pop out its rear disc brake piston by putting a wood block between the caliper bridge and piston and building low fluid pressure through its port until the piston touches the wood. Finally remove the piston after you detach the block which secured it from the caliper. The bore should not receive any honing treatment since pistons do not exist for once-honed cylinders but a new rear disc brake caliper becomes necessary in case of severe bore damage. Throw away both the piston seal and dust boot because they must not enter reuse. The assembly process calls for using Ford High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB or equivalent DOT 3 fluid that meets the Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A; alternatively DOT 4 Brake Fluid meeting SAE-J1704-DOT 4 can be used as a substitute. Placing the piston seal together with dust boot needs additional care to prevent seal damage before proceeding with the installation of the rear brake disc piston followed by the rear disc brake caliper.
Q: How to bleed the rear brake caliper on Lincoln MKZ?
A: When bleeding the rear brake caliper businesses should use new brake fluid which complies with manufacturer specifications and must exclude any drained fluid since contamination and damage can occur. The absence of fluid in the brake master cylinder must be prevented because maintaining a full tank will protect the braking system from damage. Hydrostatic fluids that leak onto painted materials or plastics should be cleaned immediately using water. Each time you disconnect from the hydraulic system, the potential presence of air requires immediate system bleeding either by hand or using pressure bleeding tools. A new rear brake caliper installation demands this particular procedure. Start by unscrewing both wheel and tire before handling the two brake caliper guide pin bolts to set the caliper to the side. Set a shop towel between the brake disc and caliper then remove the outer brake pad. Install the brake caliper by replacing its guide pin bolts followed by proper torque specification. You can run the brake pedal to expand the caliper piston before removing the guide pin bolts to set the caliper off to the side. A rubber drain hose should be attached to the bleeder screw before you submerge its free end in clean brake fluid contained in a container. Use the Rear Brake Caliper Piston Adjuster Adapter when retracting the piston fully before securing the bleeder screw to manufacturer specifications. The technician should continue this procedure while adding fluid to the reservoir until pure fluid appears without air bubbles. Complete the procedure by taking out the hose then reattach the cap of the bleeder screw. Finish the installation process by uninstalling the guide pin bolts and shop towel then place the outer brake pad inside before attaching and locking down the brake caliper via its guide pin bolts before re-mounting the wheel combined with tire.