Front Disc Brake System

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Front Disc Brake System
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Fig 1: Disc Brake System Components - Exploded View With Torque Specifications
GF0042260Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 2B164 Brake pad anti-rattle spring
2 - Brake caliper dust boot caps (2 required) (part of kit 2L527)
3 - Brake caliper guide pin bolts (2 required) (part of kit 2L527)
4 2B121 LH/ 2B120 RH Brake caliper
5 2001 Brake pad kit
6 - Brake caliper dust boots (2 required) (part of kit 2L527)
7 W708519 Brake caliper anchor plate bolts (2 required)
8 2B540 Brake caliper anchor plate
9 1125 Brake disc
10 - Brake tube fitting
11 2B223 Brake flexible hose retaining clip
12 2278 Brake flexible hose
13 - Bleeder screw cap (part of kit 2208)
14 - Bleeder screw (part of kit 2208)
  1. For additional information, refer to the procedures in this article.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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