Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLBRAKE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATIONDIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGBRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE PADS
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Brake Pads
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Brake Pads
NOTE:
It is not necessary to install new brake pads if the friction material properties are within guidelines. It is also not necessary to install new brake pads when the brake discs are machined.
- Remove the brake pads. For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front disc brakes or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear disc brakes.
- Inspect and measure the thickness of the brake pad friction material.
- Install new brake pads if the thickness of the friction material is less than 3.0 mm (0.118 inch). For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front disc brakes or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear disc brakes.
- Compare all 4 front or rear pads for uneven wear. Install new brake pads if the thickness of the friction material varies from pad to pad by more than 2.0 mm (0.079 inch). For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front disc brakes or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear disc brakes.
- Install new brake pads if there are missing chunks or cracks in the lining through to the backing plate. For additional information, refer to FRONT DISC BRAKE for front disc brakes or REAR DISC BRAKE for rear disc brakes.
- If the friction material shows taper wear (i.e. the thickness varies by more than 3.0 mm [0.118 inch] any direction) verify the caliper guide pins are functioning correctly. For additional information, refer to BRAKE CALIPER GUIDE PINS .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.