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Front Brake Pads: Installation

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  1. Install the 4 brake pad slide clips.
  2. If installing new brake pads, using a C-clamp and a worn brake, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
    NOTE: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.
    NOTE: Make sure that the caliper guide pin boots are fully seated or damage to the caliper guide pin boots can occur.
    Fig 1: Locating Brake Pads
    G06136955Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the brake pad slides.
  4. Apply grease that is supplied to the pad backing plate and shims in the areas indicated.
    1. Apply grease to the back of the brake pad.
    2. Apply grease to the inner piston side stainless steel shim.
    3. Apply grease to the outer stainless steel shim.
    Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pad, Inner Piston Side Stainless Steel Shim & Outer Stainless Steel Shim
    G06269608Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the brake pad shims and the stainless steel shims to the brake pads.
    NOTE: LH inboard shim shown in illustration.
    NOTE: The cut shim is directional and used on the inboard pad only. The cut is positioned toward the leading side. Correct installation can be verified if the shim hole is positioned on the bottom side.
    Fig 3: Installing Brake Pad Shims & Stainless Steel Shims
    G06269609Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the 2 brake pad retraction springs.
  7. Inspect the guide pin boots and make sure they are seated on the anchor plate correctly. The boot has a lip that fits under the edge of the anchor plate extension.
    NOTE: The caliper guide pin boots must be seated correctly on the anchor plate or the guide pins may become contaminated.
    Fig 4: Locating Brake Caliper Hose
    G06269610Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 guide pin bolts.
    NOTE: Make sure that the brake caliper hose does not become twisted.
    • Tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
  9. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid.
  10. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to INSTALLATION .
    • Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.
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