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2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0L
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
2012 Ford Transit Connect L4-2.0LSECTION Service and Repair
Brake Pads
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury.
WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959-3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Always install new brake shoes or pads at both ends of an axle to reduce the possibility of brakes pulling vehicle to one side. Failure to follow this instruction may result in uneven braking and serious personal injury.
NOTICE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake master cylinder remote reservoir.
- If required, remove the fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.
3. Remove the brake pad anti-rattle spring.
4. NOTICE: Do not pry in the caliper sight hole to retract the pistons, as this can damage the pistons and boots.
NOTICE: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang from the brake caliper flexible hose or damage to the hose may occur.
Remove the 2 guide pin bolt covers, the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and position the caliper aside.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.
- To install, tighten the bolts to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
5. Remove the 2 brake pads.
6. NOTICE: Protect the caliper pistons and boots when pushing the caliper pistons into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.
If installing new brake pads, using a C-clamp and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply silicone grease to the brake pad-to-brake caliper contact points.
- Fill master cylinder reservoir with specified brake fluid.
- 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.