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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FUSION FWD L4-2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLDISC BRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE ROTOR/DISCSERVICE AND REPAIRREAR DISC BRAKE
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5L
Rear Disc Brake
2012 Ford Fusion FWD L4-2.5LSECTION Rear Disc Brake
Brake Disc
NOTE: Front Wheel Drive (FWD) shown, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) similar.
Removal
1. Remove the wheel and tire.
2. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the brake caliper.
- Pull back the parking brake lever.
- Disconnect the cable from the parking brake lever.
- Remove the cable conduit retaining clip.
- Disconnect the cable from the brake caliper.
3. NOTICE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate aside as an assembly.
- Support the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.
4. Remove the 2 brake disc screws and the brake disc.
Installation
1. NOTE: Make sure the brake disc-to-hub mounting surface is free of rust and foreign material before applying anti-seize lubricant.
Install the brake disc and the 2 brake disc screws.
- Using the specified brake cleaner, clean the mating surfaces.
- Apply specified lubricant as shown.
- Tighten the screws to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
2. NOTE: Make sure that the brake caliper hose is not twisted.
Position the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate assembly and install the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts.
- Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
3. Install the parking brake cable to the brake caliper.
- Pull back the parking brake lever.
- Connect the cable to the parking brake lever.
- Install the cable conduit retaining clip.
4. Install the wheel and tire.
5. Cycle the park brake several times to verify normal operation.
- Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.
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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.