Thunderbird V8-302 5.0L HO (1992)
2.
Check caliper bore for scratches, scoring or corrosion. Light scratches or slight corrosion can be polished out using crocus cloth.
3.
Check that bleeder screw and bleeder screw bore hole in caliper are fully open.
4.
Check caliper bushings for corrosion and dust boot retaining ring for damage or tension loss. Replace parts as necessary.
ASSEMBLY
1.
Lubricate piston seal with clean brake fluid, then install seal in caliper bore. Ensure seal is firmly seated in groove.
2.
Install dust boot in outer groove of caliper bore, Figs. 1 and 2.
3.
Coat piston with clean brake fluid and install piston in caliper bore. Spread dust boot over piston as it is installed. Seat dust boot in piston groove.
4.
Install caliper assembly as described under Removal/Installation.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Before removing calipers, mark left and right hand calipers so they can be installed in the same position.
1.
Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
2.
Loosen brake tube fitting which connects brake tube to fitting on frame and plug brake tube. Remove retaining clip from brake hose and bracket,
then disconnect brake hose from caliper.
3.
Remove caliper locating pins.
4.
Lift caliper from rotor and spindle anchor plate assembly. On models equipped with phenolic caliper piston, do not pry directly against the
piston or damage may result.
INSTALLATION
1.
Install caliper assembly over rotor with outer shoe against rotor braking surface during installation on spindle and anchor plate to prevent pinching
of piston boot between inner brake shoe and piston. Ensure calipers are installed in the correct position.
2.
Install locating pins. Torque locating pins to specification.
3.
Connect brake hose to caliper and tighten hose fitting.
4.
Position upper end of brake hose in bracket and install retaining clip. Remove plug from brake line, then connect brake hose fitting to brake line.
5.
Perform system brake bleeding procedures.
6.
Install wheel and tire assembly, then lower vehicle.
7.
Pump brake pedal several times to position brake shoes before moving vehicle.