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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1220 (FRONT DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONFRONT DISC BRAKEREMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Removal and Installation
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL .
- Remove the brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, pads and anchor plate aside as an assembly.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- To install, tighten the bolts to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur. - Remove the 2 brake disc screws.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- Remove the brake disc.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Using the specified brake cleaner, clean the mating surfaces.
- Apply specified lubricant as shown in illustration.
NOTE: During installation, make sure that the brake caliper hose does not become twisted.
NOTE:
Make sure the brake disc-to-hub mounting surface is free of rust and foreign material before applying anti-seize lubricant.
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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.