Escape 4WD V6-3.0L (2008)
CAUTION: Do not use any tools to remove the spring, use hand force only. Do not use excessive force or damage to the spring can occur.
NOTE: The LH side brake pad anti-rattle spring must be installed with the 2-tabbed end in the upper brake caliper cavity.
For the LH brake caliper, release the lower portion of the brake pad anti-rattle spring.
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Apply force to the center of the spring and pull outward at the bottom of the spring to remove it from the lower brake caliper cavity.
3. Rotate the spring upward and remove it from the brake caliper.
4. NOTE: The RH side brake pad anti-rattle spring must be installed with the 2-tabbed end in the lower brake caliper cavity.
For the RH brake caliper, release the upper portion of the brake pad anti-rattle spring.
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Apply force to the center of the spring and pull outward at the top of the spring to remove it from the upper brake caliper cavity.
5. Rotate the spring downward and remove it from the brake caliper.
6. Loosen the brake flexible hose at the brake caliper.
7. CAUTION: Do not allow the caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the 2 guide pin bushing caps and the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts, position the caliper aside.
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Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
8. Remove the brake flexible hose and remove the brake caliper.
9. Remove the 2 brake pads from the caliper.
