1998 Mercury MOUNTAINEER

Submodel: | Engine Type: V6 | Liters: 4.0

Fuel Delivery: FI | Fuel: GAS
SECTION 206-04: Rear Disc Brake 1998 Explorer/Mountaineer Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 02/16/2000
Caliper
Removal
1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This can be
accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result
in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04.
3. WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid
contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce
vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted or plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
CAUTION: Do not clamp the brake hose. The brake hose can be damaged.
Disconnect the brake hose.
1. Remove bolt.
2. Disconnect the rear wheel brake hose (2A442).
3. Remove the copper washers and plug the brake hose.
4. CAUTION: Do not remove the guide pins or guide pin boots unless a problem is suspected. The guide pins are meant to be sealed for life and are not
repairable. Use Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (Motorcraft WA-10) or an equivalent silicone compound meeting
Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A for re-lubing the caliper slide pins. Other greases can swell the guide pin boots, resulting in contamination and
accelerated corrosion or wear of the caliper slide pin mechanism.
Remove the rear disc brake caliper (2552).
1. Remove the brake caliper bolts (2W303).
2. Lift the rear disc brake caliper off the rear disc brake caliper anchor plate (2C220).
5. Inspect the rear disc brake caliper for leaks.
If leaks are found, disassembly is required. Refer to Caliper in this section.
Installation

1. CAUTION: To prevent interference with rear disc brake caliper operation, install only the correct caliper bolt.
NOTE: Make sure the stainless steel shoe slippers are correctly positioned. Install new slippers if worn or damaged.
NOTE: When installed, the locator notch on the brake pads will be located at the upper end of the rear disc brake caliper.
Install the rear disc brake caliper.
2. Install the rear wheel brake hose.
Connect the brake hose and install the caliper flow bolt.
Use new copper washers.
3. Bleed the disc brake caliper. For additional information, refer to Section 206-00.
4. NOTE: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system by turning on the air suspension switch.
Install the wheel and tire assembly. For additional information, refer to Section 204-04.
5. Verify correct brake operation.