Flex FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
Brake Pads
Removal
WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that
has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of
serious personal injury.
WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In
the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always install new brake shoes or pads at both ends of an axle to reduce the possibility of brakes pulling vehicle to one side.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in uneven braking and serious personal injury.
NOTICE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or
plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
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If required, remove the fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
3. Using a C-clamp, compress the pistons into the caliper housing.
4. NOTICE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose may occur.
Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and position the caliper aside.
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Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
5. Remove the 2 brake pads and spring clips from the brake caliper anchor plate.
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Discard the spring clips.
Installation
1. NOTICE: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material, or damage to components may
occur. Do not install contaminated pads.
NOTE: If installing new brake pads, make sure to install all new hardware and lubricant supplied with the brake pad kit. Refer to the brake pad
instruction sheet when applying lubricant.
Install the new spring clips and brake pads to the brake caliper anchor plate.
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Apply equal amounts of specified lubricant to the brake caliper-to-brake pad contact points.
2. NOTICE: Make sure the caliper pin boots are correctly seated to prevent corrosion to the guide pins.
NOTICE: Make sure that the brake hose is not twisted when the caliper is positioned on the anchor plate to prevent abrasive damage.
Position the brake caliper onto the brake caliper anchor plate and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts.
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Tighten to 72 Nm (53 lb-ft).
3. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
