Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1999)
4. WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If
brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally,
drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately
wash it with water.
Disconnect the brake hose.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose.
3. Remove the copper washers, and plug the brake hose.
5. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life
and are not repairable. At the time of publication there are no approved materials or procedures for relubing the caliper slide pins. Other
greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
Remove the rear disc brake caliper.
1. Remove the brake caliper bolts.
2. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate.
6. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
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If leaks are found, disassembly is required.
