Front Disc Brake System Ford Explorer Sport Trac II

Material

Material

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

The front brake disc system consists of the following components

1. Brake caliper anchor plate
2. Brake caliper
3. Brake disc
4. Brake disc shield
5. Brake flexible hose

When mechanical force is applied by the driver to the brake pedal, the force is converted into hydraulic pressure by the master cylinder. The hydraulic force is directed to the disc brake calipers and transferred to the brake pads. The brake pads are then forced against the brake friction surfaces by the brake caliper pistons. The friction of the brake pads on the brake disc causes the slowing of wheel rotation and the vehicle.

Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.

Brake Pads

Material

Scheme 10

REMOVAL

1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir. If required, remove brake fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is 1/2 full.
2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/wheel-tire-system/#tires-and-wheels) article.
3. Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and position the brake caliper aside. Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
4. Inspect the brake pads for wear and contamination. For additional information, refer to the Diagnosis and Testing portion of «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article.
5. Inspect the brake disc, machine or install a new front brake disc as necessary. For additional information, refer to the Diagnosis and Testing portion of «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article.
6. Remove the brake pads and clips. Discard the clips.

INSTALLATION

1. Install the new brake pad clips and the brake pads.
2. Using a C-clamp and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
3. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 guide pin bolts. Tighten to 72 Nm (53 lb-ft).
4. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid.
5. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/wheel-tire-system/#tires-and-wheels) article. Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.

Brake Caliper

Material

Scheme 11

1. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/wheel-tire-system/#tires-and-wheels) article.
2. Remove the brake flexible hose flow bolt and position the brake hose aside. Discard the 2 copper washers. Cap the fluid ports.
3. Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and the brake caliper. If leaks or damaged boots are found, install a new brake caliper.

1. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 guide pin bolts. Tighten to 72 Nm (53 lb-ft).
2. Using 2 new copper washers, position the brake hose and install the brake hose flow bolt. Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
3. Bleed the brake caliper. For additional information, refer to «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article Component Bleeding.
4. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/wheel-tire-system/#tires-and-wheels) article. Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.

Scheme 12

1. Remove the brake pads. For additional information, refer to «Brake Pads»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system__brake-pads) .
2. Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and remove the brake caliper anchor plate. To install, tighten to 165 Nm (122 lb-ft).
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Brake Disc

Material

Scheme 13

1. Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly aside. Support the caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
2. Remove the brake disc.

1. Clean any rust or foreign material from brake disc and wheel hub. Use parts cleaner to clean the front brake disc and hub surfaces.
2. Apply a thin coat of anti-seize lubricant to the hub flange.
3. Install the brake disc.
4. Position the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate assembly and install the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts. Tighten to 165 Nm (122 lb-ft).

Scheme 14

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Remove the brake disc. For additional information, refer to «Brake Disc»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system__brake-disc) .
2. Remove and discard the 4 brake disc shield bolts. To install, tighten new bolts to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
3. Remove the brake disc shield.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Brake Flexible Hose

Material

Scheme 15

1. Remove the brake flexible hose flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers. To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft). Use 2 new copper washers.
2. Disconnect the brake tube fitting from the brake flexible hose. To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
3. Remove the brake flexible hose retaining clip and the brake flexible hose.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/explorer-sport-trac/ii-2006-2010/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article.

See also:
• BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION
• WHEELS AND TIRES
• Brake Pads
• Brake Disc