Ford Fusion: Front Disc Brake / Brake Caliper. Removal and Installation

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Service Manual / Chassis / Brake System / Front Disc Brake / Brake Caliper. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTICE: Brake pads with adhesive on the insulator are one-time use only. When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed to prevent brake noise and shudder.
Remove and discard the front brake pads
Refer to: Brake Pads (206-03 Front Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).

Remove The brake caliper flow bolt, washers and the brake caliper. Discard the washers.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

Installation

NOTICE: Make sure that the brake hose is not twisted when installing the brake caliper or damage to the brake flexible hose may occur.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Bleed the brake system.
Refer to: Brake System Pressure Bleeding (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).

Front Disc Brake

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Fuel Quality

Choosing the Right Fuel

Ford Fusion. Fuel Quality

Your vehicle is designed to operate on regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.