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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1059 (FRONT DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONFRONT BRAKE PADSINSTALLATION

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Front Brake Pads: Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean, dry and inspect the brake caliper anchor plate. Apply a light coat of specified lubricant to the 4 brake pad contact points on the anchor plate.

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Pad Contact Points

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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.