How do you change disc brake calipers - 1997 Ford F150 Regular Cab

I assume they are disc brakes your having the problem with.It is more than likely the disc brake calipers,or brake hoses.when the brake caliper locks down and wont release,brake the bleeder screw loose on the brake caliper,if the brake caliper releases then the problem will be the brake hose.If the brake caliper does not release,then it is the brake caliper that is the problem.

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.

SECTION 206-03: Front Disc Brake 1999 Escort/Tracer Workshop Manual DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Procedure revision date: 06/06/1998 Front Disc Brake Front Disc Brake System Components
Item Part Number Description 1 1125 Front Disc Brake Rotor 2 2B296 Disc Brake Caliper Locating Pin 3 2B120 Disc Brake Caliper 4 2001 Brake Pads 5 - Copper Washers (2 Req'd) 6 - Banjo Bolt 7 2078 Front Brake Hose 8 2W303 Brake Caliper Bolt- (2 Req'd) 9 2814 Brake Hose Clip The front disc brake system consists of a single-piston front disc brake caliper (2B120) and a ventilated front disc brake rotor (1125). The brake shoes and linings (2001) are held in the front disc brake caliper by two front disc brake caliper locating pins (2B296) and two springs. The inboard brake shoe and lining is equipped with a wear indicator that makes a squealing noise when the brake shoes and linings are worn beyond recommended use.

Very easy! I owned several different year Windstars....very good van...

Changing the pads are very easy. Here is the instructions:

Removal & Installation

1. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir cap. Siphon and recycle approximately half the fluid from the reservoir.
   
2. Raise and support the vehicle safely.
   
3. Remove the wheels.
   
4. Remove the disc brake caliper guide pins.
   

It is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.

1. Lift the disc brake caliper from the anchor plate.
   
2. Position the disc brake caliper out of the way by suspending with a wire.
   
3. Remove the brake pads from the anchor plate.
   

To install:

1. Inspect the rotor surfaces for scoring or buildup of lining material. Minor imperfections do not require machining. Hand sand the glaze from the rotor using 150 grit aluminum oxide sand paper.
   
2. Use a C-clamp and wooden block to seat the disc brake caliper hydraulic piston in its bore, as illustrated. This must be done to provide clearance for the disc brake caliper to fit over the front rotor during installation.
   
3. Remove all built-up rust from the inside of the brake caliper pad contact area.
   
4. Install the brake pads, with the clip on insulators, into the front brake caliper anchor plate.
   
5. Install the disc brake caliper onto the anchor plate.
   
6. Install the disc brake caliper guide pins and tighten to 23-38 ft. lbs. (31-38 Nm).
   

Failure to tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque in a star pattern may result in damage to the brake rotor.

1. Install the wheel and tighten lug nuts to 83-112 ft. lbs. (113-153 Nm).
   
2. Lower the vehicle.
   
3. Pump the brake pedal to seat the brake pads.
   

Remove brake fluid from the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir until the reservoir is approximately 1/2 full. Discard the removed fluid.

1. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle. Remove the front wheels.
   

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
2. Front brake caliper guide pin bolts
   

• Brake caliper by slowly sliding it up and off the adapter and brake rotor. Support the caliper out of the way with a strong piece of wire. Do not let the caliper hang by the brake hose or damage to the brake hose will result.
  

1. If necessary, compress the caliper piston into the bore using a C-clamp. Insert a suitable piece of wood between the C-clamp and caliper piston to protect the piston.
2. Outboard disc brake pad from the caliper by prying the brake pad retaining clip over the raised area on the caliper. Slide the brake pad down and off the caliper.
   

• Inboard disc brake pad from the caliper by pulling the brake pad away from the caliper piston until the retaining clip on the pad is free from the caliper piston cavity
  

To install:

1. Be sure the caliper piston has been completely retracted into the piston bore of the caliper assembly. This is required when installing the brake caliper equipped with new brake pads.
   
2. If equipped, remove the protective paper from the noise suppression gaskets on the new disc brake pads.
   
3. Install or connect the following:
   
   • New inboard disc brake pad into the caliper piston by pressing the pad firmly into the cavity of the caliper piston. Be sure the new inboard brake pad is seated squarely against the face of the brake caliper piston.
     
   • Outboard disc brake pad by sliding it onto the caliper assembly
     
   • Brake caliper assembly over the brake rotor and onto the steering knuckle adapter
     
   • Caliper guide pin bolts and torque to: 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm) on 2002–04 models or 26 ft. lbs. (35 Nm) on 2005 models
     
   • Front. Apply the brake pedal several times until a firm pedal is obtained.
     
4. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder and add fluid as necessary. Road-test the vehicle.
   

For the rotors:

1. Remove brake fluid from the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir until the reservoir is approximately 1/2 full. Discard the removed fluid.
   
2. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle. Remove the front wheels.
   

1. Remove or disconnect the following:
2. Front brake caliper guide pin bolts
   

• Brake caliper by slowly sliding it up and off the adapter and brake rotor. Support the caliper out of the way with a strong piece of wire. Do not let the caliper hang by the brake hose or damage to the brake hose will result.
  

1. If necessary, compress the caliper piston into the bore using a C-clamp. Insert a suitable piece of wood between the C-clamp and caliper piston to protect the piston.
2. Outboard disc brake pad from the caliper by prying the brake pad retaining clip over the raised area on the caliper. Slide the brake pad down and off the caliper.
   

• Inboard disc brake pad from the caliper by pulling the brake pad away from the caliper piston until the retaining clip on the pad is free from the caliper piston cavity
  

To install:

1. Be sure the caliper piston has been completely retracted into the piston bore of the caliper assembly. This is required when installing the brake caliper equipped with new brake pads.
   
2. If equipped, remove the protective paper from the noise suppression gaskets on the new disc brake pads.
   
3. Install or connect the following:
   
   • New inboard disc brake pad into the caliper piston by pressing the pad firmly into the cavity of the caliper piston. Be sure the new inboard brake pad is seated squarely against the face of the brake caliper piston.
     
   • Outboard disc brake pad by sliding it onto the caliper assembly
     
   • Brake caliper assembly over the brake rotor and onto the steering knuckle adapter
     
   • Caliper guide pin bolts and torque to: 35 ft. lbs. (47 Nm) on 2002–04 models or 26 ft. lbs. (35 Nm) on 2005 models
     
   • Front. Apply the brake pedal several times until a firm pedal is obtained.
     
4. Check the fluid level in the master cylinder and add fluid as necessary. Road-test the vehicle.
   

changing the disc brake yourself in the sense u wanna change the caliper and the brake disc? whole assembly?? i ll let u know both steps. first make your vehicle stand on a tripod stand or screw jack. now just bend inside to see the caliper.with the help of an extendable spanner remove all the screws of the caliper. now the caliper comes out. now to remove the disc use the allen keys to screw out the disc which is screw around the hub. replace it with a new disc and caliper. insert the brake hose into the new caliper and bleed the system. Thats it...

Caliper removal

1. Disconnect the brake hose.
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose (2A442).
4. Remove the copper washers and plug the brake hose.

1. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not repairable. Use Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) or an equivalent silicone compound meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552).
   1. Remove the brake caliper bolts (2W303).
   1. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate (2C220).

1. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
• If leaks are found, disassembly is required. Refer to Caliper in this section.

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Disc Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: When removing the rear brake disc (2C026) in this procedure it is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552). For additional information, refer to Caliper in this section.

1. NOTE: If the rear brake disc binds on the rear parking brake shoe and linings, remove the adjustment hole access plug and retract the parking brake shoe and lining.
   Remove the rear brake disc.

1. CAUTION: Use a hub-mount brake lathe if necessary to machine the rear brake disc. For additional information on machining brake discs, refer to Section 206-00 .
   Measure the rear brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new rear brake disc if beyond specification.

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Installation

1. CAUTION: To prevent interference with rear disc brake caliper operation, install only the correct caliper bolt.
   NOTE: Make sure the stainless steel shoe slippers are correctly positioned. Install new slippers if worn or damaged.
   NOTE: When installed, the locator notch on the brake pads will be located at the upper end of the rear disc brake caliper.
   Install the rear disc brake caliper.

1. Install the rear wheel brake hose.
   • Connect the brake hose and install the caliper flow bolt.
     • Use new copper washers.

1. Bleed the disc brake caliper. For additional information, refer to Section 206-00 .

1. Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Verify correct brake operation.

1. Disconnect the brake hose.
2. Remove bolt.
3. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose (2A442).
4. Remove the copper washers and plug the brake hose.
Disconnect the brake hose.
1. Remove bolt.
1. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose (2A442).
1. Remove the copper washers and plug the brake hose.
1. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not repairable. Use Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) or an equivalent silicone compound meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552).
   1. Remove the brake caliper bolts (2W303).
   1. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate (2C220).
1. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
   • If leaks are found, disassembly is required. Refer to Caliper in this section.
Installation

1. CAUTION: To prevent interference with rear disc brake caliper operation, install only the correct caliper bolt.
   NOTE: Make sure the stainless steel shoe slippers are correctly positioned. Install new slippers if worn or damaged.
   NOTE: When installed, the locator notch on the brake pads will be located at the upper end of the rear disc brake caliper.
   Install the rear disc brake caliper.
1. Install the rear wheel brake hose.
   • Connect the brake hose and install the caliper flow bolt.
     • Use new copper washers.
1. Bleed the disc brake caliper. For additional information, refer to Section 206-00 .
1. NOTE: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.
   Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .
1. Verify correct brake operation.
5. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not repairable. Use Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) or an equivalent silicone compound meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552).
   1. Remove the brake caliper bolts (2W303).
   1. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate (2C220).

1. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
• If leaks are found, disassembly is required. Refer to Caliper in this section.

Disc Removal

1. NOTE: When removing the rear brake disc (2C026) in this procedure it is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552). For additional information, refer to Caliper in this section.

1. NOTE: If the rear brake disc binds on the rear parking brake shoe and linings, remove the adjustment hole access plug and contract the parking brake shoe and lining.
   Remove the rear brake disc.

1. CAUTION: Use a hub-mount brake lathe if necessary to machine the rear brake disc.
   Measure the rear brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new rear brake disc if beyond specification.

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Installation

1. CAUTION: To prevent interference with rear disc brake caliper operation, install only the correct caliper bolt.
   NOTE: Make sure the stainless steel shoe slippers are correctly positioned. Install new slippers if worn or damaged.
   NOTE: When installed, the locator notch on the brake pads will be located at the upper end of the rear disc brake caliper.
   Install the rear disc brake caliper.

1. Install the rear wheel brake hose.
   • Connect the brake hose and install the caliper flow bolt.
     • Use new copper washers.

1. Bleed the disc brake caliper. For additional information, refer to Section 206-00 .

1. NOTE: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.
   Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Verify correct brake operation.

The hard part is pressing the caliper piston abck into the caliper so you can get the new, thicker pads over the rotor. A large C Clamp works best.

SECTION 206-03: Front Disc Brake 2001 Villager Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Pads —Front Disc Brake Removal

1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04 .

1. Remove the front disc brake caliper bolts. torx bit. T20?

1. Support the front disc brake caliper from the front strut and spring assembly using mechanics wire.

1. Remove the front disc brake pads.
   1. Remove the outboard front disc brake pad.
   1. Remove the inboard front disc brake pad.

Installation

1. CAUTION: Make sure the master cylinder reservoir does not overfill and spill brake fluid while retracting the front disc brake caliper piston.
   NOTE: It is necessary to fully retract the front disc brake caliper piston in the bore before installing the front disc brake pads.
   Install the front disc brake pads.
   1. Install the inboard front disc brake pad.
   1. Install the outboard front disc brake pad.

Caution. The outer pads are left and right. put left on driver side.

1. Position the front disc brake caliper on the front-wheel knuckle and install the brake caliper pin bolts.

1. WARNING: It is necessary to depress the brake pedal several times to position the front disc brake caliper piston before driving the vehicle.
   

206-04: Rear Disc Brake 2000 Explorer/Mountaineer Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Disc Removal

1. NOTE: When removing the rear brake disc (2C026) in this procedure it is not necessary to disconnect the hydraulic lines.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552). For additional information, refer to Caliper in this section.
2. Disconnect the brake hose.
3. Remove bolt.
4. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose (2A442).
5. Remove the copper washers and plug the brake hose.

1. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not repairable. Use Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) or an equivalent silicone compound meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
   Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552).
   1. Remove the brake caliper bolts (2W303).
   1. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate (2C220).

1. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
   • If leaks are found, disassembly is required. Refer to Caliper in this section.

1. NOTE: If the rear brake disc binds on the rear parking brake shoe and linings, remove the adjustment hole access plug and contract the parking brake shoe and lining.
   Remove the rear brake disc.

1. CAUTION: Use a hub-mount brake lathe if necessary to machine the rear brake disc.
   Measure the rear brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new rear brake disc if beyond specification.