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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1103 (REAR DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONREAR DISC BRAKEREMOVAL
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Rear Disc Brake: Removal
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Removal
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 .
- Disconnect the parking brake cable from the brake caliper.
- Pull back the parking brake lever.
- Disconnect the cable from the parking brake lever.
- Remove the cable conduit retaining clip.
- Disconnect the cable from the brake caliper.
- Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate aside as an assembly.NOTE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
- Support the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
- Remove the 2 brake disc screws and the brake disc.
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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.