Caliper Removal and Installation, Front

Brake Caliper - 5.4L

Material:

Disc Brake System - Exploded View:

Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the brake pads.
3. Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).

4. CAUTION: Do not remove the bolts securing the 2 caliper halves together. Do not attempt to separate the 2 caliper halves.

Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and the brake caliper.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Bleed the brakes.
- Test the brakes for normal operation.