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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FUSION FWD L4-2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE ROTOR/DISCSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT DISC BRAKE
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5L
Front Disc Brake
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5LSECTION Front Disc Brake
Brake Disc
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the wheel and tire.
2. NOTICE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, pads and anchor plate aside as an assembly.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- To install, tighten the bolts to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
3. Remove the 2 brake disc screws.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
4. Remove the brake disc.
5. NOTE: During installation, make sure that the brake caliper hose does not become twisted.
NOTE: Make sure the brake disc-to-hub mounting surface is free of rust and foreign material before applying anti-seize lubricant.
NOTE: Do not allow anti-seize to make contact with the wheel studs.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Using the specified brake cleaner, clean the mating surfaces.
- Apply specified lubricant as shown.
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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.