E 150 V8-4.6L (2007)
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will
render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in 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 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. Remove the brake master cylinder filler cap. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir. Remove fluid until the brake
master cylinder reservoir is half full.
2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
3. CAUTION: Do not allow the caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the 2 caliper guide pin bolts and position the caliper aside.
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Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
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To install, tighten to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs).
4. Remove the 2 brake pad clips and the brake pads.
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Discard the clips.
5. 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.
6. Inspect the brake caliper for leaks.
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If leaks are found, disassembly is required.
7. CAUTION: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores.
If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
9. Apply the brake several times to verify correct brake operation.
Check brake caliper for leaks.
10. Check and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir as necessary with clean, specified brake fluid.
