Town Car V8-4.6L VIN V Flex Fuel (2006)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair
Disc Removal and Installation, Front
Brake Disc
Material
Removal and Installation
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate aside as an assembly.
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Support the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
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To install, tighten to 160 Nm (118 ft. lbs.).
3. Match-mark the brake disc with a wheel stud.
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This will make sure the lowest brake disc runout is maintained during reassembly.
4. NOTE: If the brake disc cannot be removed easily, apply rust penetrant on brake disc to wheel hub mating surfaces.
Remove the retention ring and the brake disc.
