Front Disc Brake

Brake Pads





NOTE: F-250/350 shown, F-450/550 similar.









Removal

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.

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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 reservoir.
- If required, remove the fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.

2. Remove the wheel and tire.

3. 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 hose or damage to the hose can occur.

Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts and position the caliper aside.
- Support the caliper using mechanic's wire.

4. 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.

Remove the 2 brake pads and the retraction clips.
- Discard the retraction clips.

5. Measure the brake disc thickness, machine if necessary.
- Install a new brake disc if it is not within specification. For additional information, refer to Brake Disc .


Installation

1. NOTICE: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do not install contaminated pads or damage to components may occur.

NOTE: If installing new brake pads, install all new hardware as supplied with the brake pad kit.
Install the new retracting clips and the 2 brake pads.

2. NOTICE: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to components may occur.

If installing new brake pads, using a suitable tool and a worn brake pad, compress the disc brake caliper pistons into the caliper.






3. NOTICE: Tighten the bottom caliper bolt before tightening the top caliper bolt or damage to guide pins may occur.

NOTICE: Make sure the caliper pin boots are correctly seated to prevent damage to the guide pins.

Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
- On F-250, F-350, tighten to 76 Nm (56 lb-ft).

- On F-450, F-550, tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).

4. Install the wheel and tire.

5. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid.
- Apply brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.