Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SFI (1998)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Rear
REMOVAL
1. Remove brake master cylinder cap and check fluid level in brake master cylinder reservoir. Remove brake fluid until brake master cylinder
reservoir is half full. Discard removed fluid.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
4. Remove rear disc brake caliper bolts.
5. Lift rear disc brake caliper assembly from rear wheel disc brake adapter and rear disc brake rotor using a rotating motion.
6. Remove inner and outer rear brake pad and lining assemblies.
CAUTION: Do not pry directly against rear disc brake piston and adjuster or damage to piston will occur.
7. Inspect both rear disc brake rotor braking surfaces. Minor scoring or buildup of lining material does not require machining or replacement of rear
disc brake rotor.
8. Suspend rear disc brake caliper with wire. Use care not to damage rear disc brake caliper or stretch rear brake hose.
INSTALLATION
Retracting Caliper
1. Use a 4-inch C-clamp and wood block 70 mm x 25 mm (2-3/4-inch x 1-inch) and approximately 19 mm (3/4 inch) thick to seat hydraulic caliper
piston in its bore. This provides necessary clearance for rear disc brake caliper assembly to fit over rear disc brake rotor during installation.
