Brake Disc

Disc

Removal

1. CAUTION: Never allow the rear disc brake caliper to hang from the brake hose. Provide suitable support.

NOTE: When removing the brake disc in this procedure it is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.

Remove the rear disc brake caliper.





2. NOTE: If the brake disc binds on the rear parking brake shoe and linings, remove the adjustment hole access plug and retract the parking brake shoe and lining using an adjusting tool.

Insert the tool at the end of the access plug slot farthest from the brake caliper. Engage the adjuster and rotate by raising the end of the tool toward the backing plate. Remove the brake disc.





3. CAUTION: Use a hub-mount brake lathe if necessary to machine the brake disc.

Measure the brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new brake disc if beyond specification.

Installation
1. Clean any rust or foreign material from the brake disc and wheel hub.
^ Use Metal Brake Parts Cleaner F6AZ-2C410-AB or equivalent to clean the brake disc and hub surfaces.

2. Apply High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant F6AZ-9L494-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M12A4-A to the hub flange and pilot area.





3. Install the rear brake disc.
4. Install the rear disc brake caliper.