Expedition 4WD V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
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. Using a clear suction device, remove brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir until the reservoir is half full.
2. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension
vehicle. This can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the RH kick panel area. Failure to do so can result in
unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
3. CAUTION: Install new pads if the lining(s) are worn to or past the specified thickness above the metal backing plate. Install new pads in
complete axle sets.
Inspect the brake pads for wear or contamination and install new pads as necessary.
4. Remove the anchor housing spring.
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Squeeze at the center of the spring until it unlatches from the brake caliper at both ends.
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Rotate the spring, then remove it from the caliper housing.
5. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang by the flexible brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
