Mariner | 2005-2010 | Base, Convenience, Hybrid, Luxury, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
Mariner | 2005-2011 | Base, Convenience, Hybrid, Luxury, Premier | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
Q: How to service and repair front disc brake pads on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A: The front disc brake pad service and repair process starts with using brake fluid that passes manufacturer specifications for cleanliness while excluding any previously drained fluid content to prevent damage formation. You should inspect the brake master cylinder reservoir brake fluid level while simultaneously draining enough fluid to achieve a half-full level. The fire suppression system must be depowered before any type of service begins to prevent personnel harm. First detach the wheel along with the tire before removing the brake caliper guide pin bolts. Avoid damaging the caliper by not inserting anything through its sight hole to retract the pistons. The caliper needs support from mechanic's wire during pad and stainless steel slide removal before discarding the slides. Protect caliper pistons while pressing them using suitable equipment together with a worn brake pad when installing new brake pads. Recovery of the installation needs to include the use of new slides and clean brake fluid filling of the master cylinder reservoir and subsequent replacement of the filler cap. The vehicle needs to be repowered following installation completion when it contains a fire suppression system. To verify proper brake function apply the brakes multiple times during this last step.
Q: How to Service and Repair Brake Pads on Mercury Mariner?
A: Begin servicing and repairing brake pads only when the vehicle sits in NEUTRAL gear on a hoist. Start by taking off the brake caliper clip as the next step requires removal of the two brake caliper dust boot caps along with the two brake caliper guide bolts. The guide bolts should get tightened up to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.) marks for vehicles with disc-drum systems while the 4-wheel disc brake system requires 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.) torque. Supporting the brake caliper to the vehicle represents a safer option than allowing it to depend on the brake caliper jounce hose. First remove the inboard brake pad from the brake caliper before removing the outboard brake pad from the brake caliper anchor plate. After reverse-executing the removal steps the procedure can be completed for installation.
Q: How to service the front brake pads on Mercury Cougar?
A: First service the front brake pads by unscrewing wheel nuts then raising and supporting the vehicle before wheel removal. The service begins when you remove a brake pad retaining clip after disconnecting a brake pad wear sensor electrical connector. Securing the caliper aside will prevent flexible brake hose damage while you remove bolt covers to detach the caliper by unfastening the bolts. The next procedure requires removal of brake pads starting with the inner component and moving to the outer component. Installation requires a complete piston stroke on the brake caliper with proper cleaning of brake disc faces before installing the inner brake pad followed by the outer brake pad. Attach the caliper with its bolts and place the bolt covers back. Complete the installation by installing the pad retaining clip if you have a brake pad wear sensor electrical connector.