Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L (2010)
2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires.
3. NOTICE: Do not allow the caliper and brake pad assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose may occur.
Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin caps and bolts and position the caliper and brake pad assembly aside.
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Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
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Inspect the guide pin threads for damage and inspect the guide pin bushings for wear/damage. Install a new guide pin(s) and bushing(s) as
necessary.
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To install, tighten to 38 Nm (28 lb-ft).
4. Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and the brake caliper anchor plate.
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Inspect the caliper anchor plate bolt threads for damage and foreign material. Install cleaned and dried anchor plate bolts or install new as
necessary.
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To install, tighten to 190 Nm (140 lb-ft).
5. Using specified brake parts cleaner, dry and inspect the brake caliper anchor plate. Apply equal amounts of the supplied yellow lubricant to the 4
brake pad contact points on the anchor plate as indicated.
6. Fill the master cylinder with clean, specified brake fluid.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Apply the brake several times to verify correct brake operation.
