Ford Mustang Service Manual: Brake Caliper - Cobra

Front Disc Brake (

Description and Operation)

Front Disc Brake Components

 


 

Disc Brake Caliper Components


Disc Brake Caliper Components

 


 

The front disc brake caliper (2B120):


The front disc brake caliper (2B120):

  • bolts to the front disc brake caliper anchor plate (2B292), which bolts to the front wheel spindle (3105).
  • is a pin slider, dual piston design.

The front brake discs (1125):

  • are of a ventilated full-cast design, with non-directional cooling fins.
  • are serviced with the disc brake caliper and front disc brake caliper anchor plate removed.

The front brake disc shield (2K005):

  • is riveted to the front wheel spindle.
  • protects the front wheel bearings and inboard surface of the front brake disc.

The pads:

  • are housed in the front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
  • are of a non-asbestos, non-metallic composition.
    Installation
    Removal 1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. 3. WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands ...

    Brake Caliper Anchor Plate - Cobra
    Front Disc Brake (Description and Operation) Front Disc Brake Components   Disc Brake Caliper Components   The front disc brake caliper (2B120): bolts to the front disc brake c ...

    Other materials:

    Changing a road wheel
    WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, have an authorized dealer install a new tire pressure monitoring system sensor and valve stem. WARNING: See Tire ...

    Assembly
    Disassembly 1. Remove the retaining ring above fifth gear. 2. CAUTION: Hand tighten the special tool to prevent gear damage. CAUTION: Support the output shaft while using the press to prevent damage to the shaft or gears. Using the special tool, press fifth ...

    Camber Adjustment - Rear
    Wheel Alignment Angles Camber and toe are adjustable on the front suspension systems. Front camber is adjusted by moving the top of the strut and spring assembly. Rear camber is adjusted by means of eccentric cams on the rear upper arms. Caster is preset at ...