Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Brake Caliper: All Technical Service Bulletins
Brakes - Rear Brake Rattling Noise Over Bumps
TSB 09-22-13
11/16/09
REAR BRAKE RATTLE OVER BUMPS
FORD:
2007-2010 Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer
MERCURY:
2007-2010 Mountaineer
This article supersedes TSB 7-24-6 to update the vehicle model years covered.
ISSUE
Some 2007-2010 Explorer, Mountaineer and Explorer Sport Trac vehicles may exhibit a rattle noise over bumps from the rear of the vehicle. The noise
is due to the rear brakes which do not incorporate an anti-rattle clip.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
To repair the rattle noise perform the following:
1. Remove the rear tires as per the Work Shop Manual (WSM), Section 204-04.
2. Remove the brake caliper assembly from the steering knuckle assembly per WSM, Section 206-04.
3. Support the caliper to prevent damage to the brake line. (Figure 1)
4. Remove the outer and inner brake pad and discard pads.
5. Remove the brake pad slippers from the caliper rails and discard.
6. Clean the caliper rails with a wire brush.
