Front Disc Brake System Ford Taurus X I

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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.

Scheme 1

1. For additional information, refer to the procedures in this article.

Brake Pads

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REMOVAL

1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir. If required, remove the fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
2. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires) article.
3. Using a C-clamp, compress the pistons into the caliper housing. Position one end of the C-clamp on the outer pad between the caliper fingers and the other end on the caliper housing. During this process, the outer brake pad will separate from the caliper housing.
4. Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts.
5. Separate the inner brake pad from the caliper.
6. Position the caliper aside. Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
7. Remove the 2 brake pads and spring clips from the brake caliper anchor plate. Discard the retraction clips.
8. Inspect the brake caliper for leaks or damage. Install a new brake caliper if required.
9. Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate. Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if required. Inspect the guide pins and boots for binding or damage, install new as necessary.

INSTALLATION

1. Clean the residual adhesive from the brake caliper-to-brake pad mating surfaces (brake caliper piston and the opposing caliper housing fingers) using brake parts cleaner.
2. Install the new spring clips and brake pads to the brake caliper anchor plate.
3. Position the brake caliper onto the brake caliper anchor plate and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts. Tighten to 60 Nm (44 lb-ft).
4. If necessary, fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid.
5. With the vehicles engine running, apply 89-133 N (20-30 lb) of pressure on the brake pedal for one minute to make sure the brake pads adhere to the brake caliper before any contamination can be introduced.
6. Test the brakes for normal operation.

Brake Caliper

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1. Remove the brake pads. For additional information refer to «Brake Pads»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system__brake-pads) .
2. Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and position the brake hose aside. Discard the copper washers.
3. Remove the brake caliper.

1. Clean the residual adhesive from the brake caliper-to-brake pad mating surfaces using brake parts cleaner.
2. Install the new spring clips and brake pads to the brake caliper anchor plate.
3. Position the brake hose and install the brake caliper flow bolt. Install new copper washers. Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
4. Position the brake caliper onto the brake caliper anchor plate and install the 2 caliper guide pin bolts. Tighten to 60 Nm (44 lb-ft).
5. Bleed the brakes. For additional information, refer to «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article.
6. With the vehicles engine running, apply 89-133 Nm (20-30 lb) of pressure on the brake pedal for one minute to make sure the brake pads adhere to the brake caliper.
7. Test the brakes for normal operation.

1. Remove the brake pads. For additional information, refer to «Brake Pads»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/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. Make sure the steering stop is supported when the brake caliper anchor plate bolts are removed.
3. Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate assembly. Check the guide pins and boots for binding or damage. Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if it is worn or damaged.

1. Position the brake caliper anchor plate and steering stop on the wheel knuckle and install 2 new bolts. Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
2. Install the brake pads. For additional information, refer to «Brake Pads»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system__brake-pads) .

Brake Disc

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1. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to «WHEELS AND TIRES»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/wheel-tire-system/#wheels-tires) article.
2. Remove and discard the 2 bolts and position the brake caliper and anchor plate assembly aside.
3. Remove and discard the brake disc screw.
4. Remove the brake disc.

1. Clean any rust or foreign material from brake disc and wheel hub. Use brake 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. Install a new brake disc screw. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
5. Position the brake caliper and brake caliper anchor plate assembly and install 2 new bolts. Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Remove the brake disc. For additional information, refer to «Brake Disc»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/mechanical-hydraulic/#front-disc-brake-system__brake-disc) .
2. Remove the 3 bolts and the brake disc shield. To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Brake Flexible Hose

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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/hoistjack/#jacking-and-lifting) article.
2. Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers. To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
3. Disconnect the brake tube fitting from the brake flexible hose. To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
4. Remove the hose bracket bolt and the brake flexible hose. To install, tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Lubricate the brake caliper flow bolt threads and washers with clean brake fluid before installing the brake caliper flow bolt into the brake caliper. Bleed the system. For additional information, refer to «BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(/ford/taurus-x/i-2007-2009/remont/anti-locktraction-control/#brake-system-general-information) article.

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