Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
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 to 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.
1. Remove the rear disc brake caliper.
2. Drain the remaining brake fluid from the rear disc brake caliper.
3. Secure the rear disc brake caliper in a vise.
4. Remove the rear disc brake piston.
1
Place a block of wood between the caliper bridge and the rear disc brake piston.
2
Apply low air pressure to the fluid port in the rear disc brake caliper.
3
Force the rear disc brake piston out to the block of wood.
4
Remove the block of wood and the rear disc brake piston.
5. NOTE: Do not hone the cylinder bore. Pistons are not available for honed cylinder bores. If the rear disc brake caliper cylinder bore/piston is
excessively scored or corroded, install a new rear disc brake caliper.
Remove and discard the piston seal and dust boot.
Assembly
CAUTION: Never reuse the piston seal or dust boot.
NOTE: Never reuse brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system or has been allowed to stand in an open container for an extended
period of time.
