Front Brake Caliper: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the brake caliper and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts.
- Tighten to 37 Nm (27 lb-ft).
- Using 2 new copper washers, position the brake flexible hose and install the brake caliper flow bolt.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Attach the wheel speed sensor wiring harness to the brake flexible hose.
- Bleed the brake caliper. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article for component bleeding.
- Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES
article.
- Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.
CAUTION:
Tighten the bottom caliper bolt before tightening the top caliper bolt or damage to guide pins may occur.
CAUTION:
Make sure the caliper pin boots are correctly seated to prevent damage to the guide pins.