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About Ford Brake Pads
The brake pad is a key component in a car's braking system as it applies friction and pressure to the brake rotors, which is what slows and stop the wheel. Once the wheels stops moving, so does the vehicle. Because of this, a Ford brake pad undergoes extreme physical stress every time the brakes are applied and will eventually wear out, requiring regular replacement.
This procedure applies to both front and rear disc brakes. Begin by removing the cover from the brake fluid reservoir and siphoning out about half of the brake fluid. Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the wheels and work on one brake assembly at a time, using the assembled brake. Wash the brake with brake system cleaner before beginning work, ensuring to wash it thoroughly and allow it to dry while positioning a drain pan under the brake to catch the residue; avoid using compressed air to blow off the brake dust. Carefully inspect the brake disc, and if machining is necessary, remove the disc to also take out the pads from the caliper. Stay organized and use a large C-clamp to push the piston(s) back into the bore(s). When reinstalling the caliper on 1995 and later models, tighten the caliper bolts to the specified torque. After completing the job, firmly depress the brake pedal a few times to bring the pads into contact with the disc, and check the brake fluid level, adding more if necessary to reach the appropriate level.