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

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.

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

1. 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 rear brake pads.
   Refer to: Brake Pads (206-04 Rear Disc Brake, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Disconnect the EPB actuator motor electrical connector and detach the wiring retainer.
   

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

Installation

1. 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.
   

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