OEM Ford Freestar Brake Caliper

Ford Freestar Brake Caliper Parts and Q&A

• Caliper Assembly, Rear Passenger Side
  6F2Z-2552-A
  Q: How to service and repair the rear brake caliper on Ford Freestar?

  A:

  Service and repair tasks on the brake caliper start after placing the vehicle in neutral position on a hoist. First disconnect the Parking Brake Cable end from its lever arm at the caliper before removing the entire parking brake cable and conduit at the brake caliper. The service requires removal of the brake caliper flow bolt together with its two copper washers for disposal. The brake caliper requires detachment through removal of its two bolt securing mechanisms. To prevent damage the guide pin and locator pin boots must be installed correctly while guide pin and locator pins should receive silicone grease treatment when needed. Begin securing the brake caliper with its two bolts using a torque of 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.), but start by first tightening the bottom guide pin caliper bolt. The brake caliper flexible hose must be positioned with two new copper washers while the brake caliper flow bolt should be tightened to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.). The parking brake cable and conduit need reattachment to the brake caliper followed by installation of the parking brake cable end into the brake caliper lever arm. The last step includes bleeding the brake system while checking for correct system operation. DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid represents the only accepted fluid for this use because other types may harm brake elements and disable braking systems permanently. Handle brake fluid with care because it will damage painted and plastic surfaces and required immediate cleaning with water if fluid leaks occur.
• Caliper Assembly, Front Passenger Side
  6F2Z-2B120-A
  Q: How to service and repair the front brake caliper on Ford Freestar?

  A:

  The front brake caliper service requires the vehicle to be in neutral position at a hoist platform before work starts. Begin the brake caliper service by untightening the flow bolt along with two copper washers while disposing of the obsolete washers. The repair process starts by disassembling the brake caliper through removal of its two bolts and subsequent removal of the component itself. Double-check that both the guide pin and locator pin boots sit properly because improper positioning will lead to damage. The guide pin and locator pin need silicone grease application for lubrication following inspection. Brake caliper installation should begin with fitting the bottom locator pin caliper bolt to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.) followed by tightening the upper guide pin caliper bolt. Reattach the brake caliper flexible hose afterward while inserting the brake caliper flow bolt with new copper washers before tightening it to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.). The brake caliper service requires completion by bleeding out the system. Approved DOT 3 brake fluid must always be used because damage to brake components can be permanent-a safety precaution should also be taken to prevent eye exposure as well as damage to painted surfaces and plastics.