Caliper Removal and Installation, Rear
Brake Caliper - E-150, E-250, E-350Material:
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
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CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. NOTE: Use new copper washers on the brake caliper flow bolt.
Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and position the brake hose aside.
^ Discard the copper washers.
^ To install, tighten to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs).
3. CAUTION: Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.
Remove the 2 brake caliper pin bolts and the brake caliper.
^ To install, tighten to 36 Nm (27 ft. lbs).
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Bleed the brake caliper.