Brakes
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Brakes
I have an 04 F-150 STX. It has come time to change brake pads (only 45,000 miles) does anyone know if any special tools are required besides the normal C clamps and such. I am fairly new with working on modern fords as I am normally under the hood of my 1977 F-150. Need to take care of the brakes this weekend. Any Help out there?
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I need to do the same this weekend. Right now I cant get the calipers off the rotor. i was wondering should I disconnect the hose going to the calipers. Good luck, Brian
P.S. i have never worked on this model either.
P.S. i have never worked on this model either.
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From: Virginia
Maybe a little late to help you guys but I'll post anyway. The most important change with ABS systems is you have to open the bleeder at the brakes like EBTDM said. The reason is that sediment can be pushed up into the valves of the ABS system. Some modern shop manuals still have the incorrect proceedure of opening the master cylinder and removing some fluid to relieve pressure when compressing. Don't forget to immediately re-tighten the bleeder as well to prevent having to bleed the system of air. Don't forget to top off master cylinder when your done. Oh and one more thing - don't forget to bed-in the brakes when done.
