1999 Ford Explorer Repair Question
Topics covered: Brakes, Brake pads, Front brake pads.
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Asked on April 1, 2009
Changing rear disc brakes
Brakes problem
1999 Ford Explorer V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
I need to replace the rear disc brakes on a 1999 Ford Explorer. I have never changed rear disc brakes before. Could yu please advise of any special tools or instructions needed to complete this task.
Thank you in advance for your help.
1999 Ford Explorer V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic
I need to replace the rear disc brakes on a 1999 Ford Explorer. I have never changed rear disc brakes before. Could yu please advise of any special tools or instructions needed to complete this task.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Asked by justdonAnswer
Replied on April 1, 2009
hi there is very little diff in rear disc and front on your vehicle.you may have to back the park brake adjuster off some .other then that. pretty simple..good luck billymac
Replied on April 1, 2009
Hi justdon,
Thank you for the donation.
If you have replaced the front brake pads before, then this should not be a problem as it is similar.
Remove caliper bolts and use a G-clamp to push the piston back into caliper till it is fully in.
Remove pads and reinstall new pads.
Reinstall caliper.
Replied on April 1, 2009
Thanks a bunch for the responses. It went well.