Brake Pads: Installation

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Using the Rear Brake Caliper Piston Adjuster Adapter, compress the brake caliper piston into the brake caliper bore.

Fig 1: Compressing Brake Caliper Piston Into Cylinder
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the notch in the caliper piston up and down to align with the alignment pin on the brake pad.
NOTE: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material, or damage to components may occur. Do not install contaminated pads.

NOTE: Install all hardware supplied with the pad kit.

Install the 2 new spring clips and the brake pads.

Fig 2: Locating Notch In Caliper Piston With Pin On Backside Of Inboard Brake Pad
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the brake caliper on the anchor plate and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts until snug.
- Tighten the RH caliper guide pin bolts in the following sequence:
  - Tighten the top bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
  - Tighten the bottom bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
- Tighten the LH caliper guide pin bolts in the following sequence:
  - Tighten the bottom bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
  - Tighten the top bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
- Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.