Disc brake caliper — removal and installation Ford F150
Warning: Dust created by the brake system is harmful to your health. Never blow it out with compressed air and don’t inhale any of it. An approved filtering mask should be worn when working on the brakes. Do not, under any circumstances, use petroleum-based solvents to clean brake parts. Use brake system cleaner only.
Note: If replacement is indicated (usually because of fluid leakage), it is recommended that the calipers be replaced, not overhauled. New and factory rebuilt units are available on an exchange basis, which makes this job quite easy. Always replace the calipers in pairs — never replace just one of them.
Removal
1. Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle (front or rear) and place it securely on jackstands. Remove the wheels.
2. Remove the inlet fitting bolt and disconnect the brake hose from the caliper (see illustrations). Plug the brake hose to keep contaminants out of the brake system and to prevent losing any more brake fluid than is necessary.
5.2a Front caliper mounting details
1. Inlet fitting and bolt
2. Caliper mounting bolts
3. Caliper mounting bracket bolts
5.2b Rear caliper mounting details
1. Inlet fitting and bolt
2. Caliper mounting bolts bolt
3. Caliper mounting bracket (upper bolt not visible)
Caution: If the caliper is being removed for access to another component, don’t disconnect the hose.
3. Refer to Disc brake pads – replacement for the caliper removal procedure. If the caliper is being removed for access to another component, use a piece of wire to securely hang it out of the way (see illustration).
5.3 Hang the caliper with a length of wire.
DON’T allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose! (typical shown)
Installation
4. Install the caliper by reversing the removal procedure.
5. Bleed the brake circuit according to the procedure in Brake hydraulic system – bleeding. Make sure there are no leaks from the hose connections. Test the brakes carefully before returning the vehicle to normal service.