Front Brake Pads: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- 1.
Remove the wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
- 3.NOTE: Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the covers, the guide pins and position the brake caliper aside.
- 4.NOTE: Brake pads with adhesive on the insulator are one-time use only. When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed to prevent brake noise and shudder.
Separate the outboard brake pad from the brake caliper. Discard the brake pad.
- 5.NOTE: Protect the caliper pistons and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.
Use a C-clamp and a worn brake pad to compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the brake caliper bore.
- 6.NOTE: Brake pads with adhesive on the insulator are one-time use only. When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed to prevent brake noise and shudder.
Remove and discard the inboard brake pad.