Ford Fusion: Front Disc Brake / Brake Caliper Anchor Plate. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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Remove and discard the brake caliper spring.
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NOTICE:
Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.
NOTICE:
Do not allow the brake caliper and anchor plate
assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the covers, the guide pins and position the brake caliper aside.
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Remove the bolts and the brake caliper anchor plate. Discard the bolts.
Torque:
122 lb.ft (165 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or
damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a
painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Inspection
NOTE:
Procedure 1 — Ambient Temperature below 21 °C (70 °F).
NOTE:
Proper A/C system diagnosis on a vehicle’s
compressor is dependent on correct refrigerant system charge and tested
in ambient temperatures above 21°C (70°F)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
300-OTC1585AEPowertrain Lift
Wooden Block
Removal
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners
may result in major service expense...