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Ranger Front brake pads Install Guide

Your Ranger

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This page covers the US Ranger.

Stronger stops
Medium$60–$701 hr
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Why do it

More bite when loaded.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Before you start

  • Pump the pedal until it's firm before you drive. Never let the caliper hang by its hose.

Steps

  1. Remove the caliper

    • Hang the caliper and take off the parts.
    Watch this step (This Man's World, on a Ranger 2.3L) (1:42–5:04)
  2. Refit the rotor and pads

    • Set the rotor straight and fit the pads.
    Watch this step (8:26–11:49)
  3. Torque it

    • Torque the bolts and clean up.
    Watch this step (11:49–13:29)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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