Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: 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 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 and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, wash it with water immediately.

Disconnect the front brake hose (2078).

1. Remove the front brake flow bolt.

2. Disconnect the front brake hose.

3. Remove and discard the copper washers. Plug the front brake hose.

Caliper

4. Remove the caliper bolts.

1. Hold the guide pins stationary.

2. Remove the caliper bolts.

Caliper

5. Lift the caliper off the anchor plate (2B292).

Caliper

6. Inspect the disc brake caliper.

  • If leaks or damaged boots are found, disassembly is required. For additional information, refer to Caliper in this section.

Caliper

    Caliper
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    Installation
    1. Make sure the anti-rattle spring is correctly positioned in the caliper. 2. CAUTION: Make sure guide pin boots are correctly seated or damage to guide pins can occur. Install the disc brake c ...

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    Installation
    1. Make sure the anti-rattle spring is correctly positioned in the caliper. 2. CAUTION: Make sure guide pin boots are correctly seated or damage to guide pins can occur. Install the disc brake caliper. 1. Hold the guide pins stationary. 2. Inst ...

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