Cant remove front brake discs on ford focus

as in "won't turn"???
you probably have a seized wheel bearing/hub assembly or frozen brake caliper - you can remove the wheel hub/bearing assembly yourself in about an hour with common hand tools (an impact wrench will really speed this up) - you can rent the wheel nut removal socket at most auto parts stores - you will have to have an automotive shop with a bearing press to remove and replace the wheel bearing ($30-$60) - if the caliper is seized - replace the entire assembly (and probably the ruined brake rotors and pads)

you probably have a seized wheel bearing/hub assembly or frozen brake caliper - you can remove the wheel hub/bearing assembly yourself in about an hour with common hand tools (an impact wrench will really speed this up) - you can rent the wheel nut removal socket at most auto parts stores - you will have to have an automotive shop with a bearing press to remove and replace the wheel bearing ($30-$60) - if the caliper is seized - replace the entire assembly (and probably the ruined brake rotors and pads)

The 2009 Ford Focus seems difficult to install the non-caliper side brake disk due to integral springs on the pad steel backing. Looks like the outer cage of the brake, the part that straddles the rotor, needs to be removed for pad installation, then reassembled onto the caliper system with brake pads installed. Haven't attepmted this yet, but it appears to be the only alternative given geometric constraints. This is a lot more difficult than other front disk brake systems where the pads virtually slip right into place.

it's nearly identical to the lincoln LS, same platform


SECTION 206-00: Brake System 2003 Lincoln LS Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 03/17/2004
Front Disc Brake Printable View (243 KB)
Material Item Specification High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant
F6AZ-9L494-AA ESE-M12A4-A Brake Parts Cleaner
F6AZ-2C410-AB -

1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
   
   
   Item Part Number Description 1 - Bolts (Part of 2N386) 2 2N386 Guide pin/boot 3 2B120 Brake caliper assembly
   Removal Note
   Installation Note 4 2001 Brake pads
   Removal Note 5 2L200 Slippers 6 N808237-S101 Bolts 7 2B292 Brake caliper support bracket 8 1125 Brake disc
   Removal Note
   Installation Note 9 W701950-S100 Rivets 10 2C208 Brake disc shield
   Removal Note

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 3: Brake Caliper Assembly Removal Note

1. Remove the caliper flow bolt and the 2 copper washers. Discard the copper washers.

Item 4: Brake Pads Removal Note

1. Compress the disc brake pistons.
   • Use a wood block or used brake pad to protect pistons and boots.

Item 8: Brake Disc Removal Note

1. If the brake disc will be reused, match-mark the hub and brake disc.

1. CAUTION: If it is necessary to machine the brake disc, only use a hub-mount brake lathe.
   Measure the brake disc and resurface as necessary. Install a new brake disc if beyond specification.

Item 10: Brake Disc Shield Removal Note

1. CAUTION: Use a 5.5 mm (0.22 in) drill. Do not exceed past a 6.0 mm (0.24 in) drill.
   Drill out the rivets.

Item 8: Brake Disc Installation Note

1. Clean any rust or foreign material from the brake disc and wheel hub.
   • Use a suitable brake parts cleaner to clean the brake disc and hub surfaces.
   • Apply a suitable anti-seize lubricant to the hub flange.

Item 3: Brake Caliper Installation Note

1. Install new copper washers.

you must remove the brake caliper and the brakes next the bracket that was holding the caliper must be removed there are two big bolts holding it on once that is removed use a hammer and tap the rotor off when you replace the rotor use never seize and the two big bolts shood be lock tight you can pick up never seize and lock tight ( blue) hope this helps good luck

1. Raise and support the vehicle; Remove the wheel and tire assembly;
2. After removing the tire, remove the brake pads;
3. Remove the disc brake caliper by removing the two disc brake caliper pin bolts. Lift the disc brake caliper from the disc brake caliper anchor plate (2B292). If necessary, remove the V-springs.
4. Remove the pads. Remove the front disc brake caliper anchor plate stainless steel rail clips.
5. Remove the rotor.
6. Note: Perform this step for DRW vehicles. Remove the eight hub extender nuts, the hub plate and the rotor. Remove the eight hub plate nuts. Remove the hub plate. Remove the rotor.

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Caliper Removal

1. CAUTION: Do not use heat to loosen a seized lug nut . Heat can damage the wheel and the wheel bearings.
   Loosen the lug nuts.
   1. Remove the center cap.
1. With the weight of the vehicle on the wheels, loosen the lug nuts.
1. WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM MUST BE SHUT OFF PRIOR TO HOISTING, JACKING OR TOWING AN AIR SUSPENSION VEHICLE. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED BY TURNING OFF THE AIR SUSPENSION SWITCH LOCATED IN THE RH KICK PANEL AREA. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN UNEXPECTED INFLATION OR DEFLATION OF THE AIR SPRINGS WHICH MAY RESULT IN SHIFTING OF THE VEHICLE DURING THESE OPERATIONS.
   Raise and support the vehicle.
1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
   1. Remove the lug nuts.
   1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. CAUTION: Replace the lining if worn to or past specifications. Replace the brake shoes and linings in complete axle sets. Inspect the brake shoes and linings for wear or contamination.
3. WARNING: BRAKE FLUID CONTAINS POLYGLYCOL ETHERS AND POLYGLYCOLS. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. WASH HANDS THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING. IF BRAKE FLUID CONTACTS EYES, FLUSH EYES WITH RUNNING WATER FOR 15 MINUTES. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IF IRRITATION PERSISTS. IF TAKEN INTERNALLY, DRINK WATER AND INDUCE VOMITING. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
   Disconnect the front brake hose (2078).
   1. Remove the front brake hose bolt.
   1. Remove the copper washers. Plug the front brake hose.
1. Disconnect the front brake hose
4. Remove the disc brake caliper (2B120).
   1. Remove the two caliper bolts.
   1. Lift the front disc brake caliper (2B121) off the front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
5. On 4x2 vehicles, measure the front disc brake hub and rotor (1102) thickness.
   • Replace the front disc brake hub and rotor if not within specifications 27.7mm Min.
6. On 4x4 vehicles, measure the front disc brake rotor thickness.
   • Replace thhe front disc brake rotor if not within specifications. 27.7mm Min.
7. Inspect the disc brake caliper for leaks.
   • If leaks are found, disassembly is required

caliper bolts are 7 mm Torx head.

SECTION 206-03: Front Disc Brake 2000 Focus Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Brake Pads Removal
CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.

1. Loosen the wheel nuts.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 .

1. Remove the wheel.

1. Detach the brake hose from the support bracket.

1. Detach the outer brake pad retaining clip.

1. NOTE: Pull the caliper outwards to release the piston.
   Detach the caliper.
   1. Remove the bolt covers.
   1. Remove the bolts.

1. CAUTION: Suspend the caliper to prevent load being placed on the brake hose.
   Support the brake calipers.

1. Lift the outer pad retaining clip over the spring retaining lugs.

1. Remove the outer brake pad.

1. Remove the inner brake pad.

Installation

1. CAUTION: If the caliper piston is retracted into the housing, brake fluid will be displaced from the master cylinder.
   Fully retract the caliper piston.

1. CAUTION: Make sure the brake disc faces are clean before installation.
   Install the inner brake pad.

1. CAUTION: Make sure the brake disc faces are clean before installation.
   Install the outer brake pad.

1. Push the outer retaining clip over the spring retaining lugs.

1. Install the caliper.
   1. Install the bolts.
   1. Install the bolt covers.

1. Install the brake hose onto the support bracket.

1. Locate the outer pad retaining clip.

1. Install the wheels.

1. Check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir.

1999 Taurus/Sable Section 06-03: Brakes, Front Disc 1999 Taurus/Sable Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 06/25/1998 Disc Removal

1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
   

1. Remove wheel and tire assembly. Be careful to avoid damage or interference with caliper bleeder screw fitting and front disc brake rotor shield (2K004).
   

1. CAUTION: Handle front disc brake rotor (1125) and disc brake caliper (2B120) assembly in such a way as to prevent deformation of front disc brake rotor , and nicking, scratching or contamination of brake linings/rotor surfaces.
   NOTE: To prevent damage, do not allow disc brake caliper to hang by the front brake hose (2078) .
   
   
   Remove caliper anchor plate bolts and discard. Position disc brake caliper out of the way. Prevent separation of caliper housing from anchor bracket because contamination of guide pin journals can occur.
   

1. NOTE: If excessive force must be used during front disc brake rotor removal, the front disc brake rotor should be checked for runout prior to installation.
   
   
   If additional force is required to remove front disc brake rotor , apply Rust Penetrant and Inhibitor F2AZ-19A501-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M99C56-A on front and rear rotor/hub mating surfaces. First, strike front disc brake rotor between lug bolts (1107) with a plastic hammer. If this does not work, attach 2-3 Jaw Puller 205-D027 (D80L-1013-A) or equivalent and remove front disc brake rotor . Remove front disc brake rotor from wheel hub (1104) assembly by pulling it off the lug bolts.
   

Installation

1. If original front disc brake rotor is being installed, make sure rotor braking and mounting surfaces are clean.
   

1. CAUTION: Failure to clean rust and foreign material from rotor and hub mounting faces when installing new or old front disc brake rotors will result in high rotor runout, which will speed up the development of brake roughness shudder vibration.
   Apply a small amount of Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A to pilot diameter of front disc brake rotor.
   

1. Install front disc brake rotor on wheel hub assembly.
   

1. Install disc brake caliper and new caliper anchor bracket bolts on front disc brake rotor . Tighten caliper anchor bracket bolts to 88-118 Nm (65-87 lb-ft).
   

1. CAUTION: Failure to tighten lug nuts (1012) in a star pattern may result in high rotor runout, which will speed up the development of brake roughness, shudder and vibration.
   Install wheel and tire assembly on vehicle. Tighten lug nuts to 115-142 Nm (85-104 lb-ft) using Rotunda Accutorq® Lug Nut Socket 164-R0303 or equivalent on a 1/2 inch air impact wrench, or use a torque wrench.
   

1. Lower vehicle.
   

1. Pump brake pedal prior to moving vehicle to position brake linings.
   

1. Road test vehicle.
   

here is procedure

Section 04-01: Suspension and Wheel Hubs, Front 1996 Taurus, Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Wheel Hub Bolt Removal

1. Raise vehicle on hoist.
   

1. Remove wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Section 04-04 .
   

1. Remove disc brake caliper (2B120), and front disc brake rotor (1125). Refer to Section 06-03 .
   

Brake Shoe and Lining Removal

1. Remove brake master cylinder filler cap (2162). Check fluid level in brake master cylinder reservoir (2K478). Remove brake fluid until brake master cylinder reservoir is half full. Discard removed fluid.
   

1. Raise vehicle on hoist. Refer to Section 00-02 .
   

1. Remove wheel and tire assembly from front disc brake rotor mounting face. Use care to avoid damage or interference with disc brake caliper (2B120), front disc brake rotor shield (2K004) or front wheel knuckle (3K185).
   

1. Remove rear brake pin retainers (2N386). ( I think it is a T 40 torx bit you need)
   

1. NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect hydraulic connections.
   
   Lift disc brake caliper from front disc brake caliper anchor plate (2B292) and front disc brake rotor (1125). Do not pry directly against metal caliper piston or damage will occur.
   

1. Position disc brake caliper out of the way and support with wire to avoid damaging the disc brake caliper and front brake hose (2078).
   

1. Remove outer brake shoe and lining (2001) assembly from front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
   

1. Remove inner brake shoe and lining assembly.
   

1. Position lug bolt (1107) to clear front wheel knuckle (3K185).
   

1. Remove lug bolt from wheel hub (1104).
   
   
   
   

Installation

1. Install lug bolt into wheel hub.
   

1. Using a lug nut (1012), seat wheel hub bolt into wheel hub.
   

1. Install front disc brake rotor and disc brake caliper. Refer to Section 06-03 .
   

1. Install wheel and tire assembly. Tighten lug nut to 115-142Nm (85-104 lb-ft).