How to Replace the Rear Brake Calipers: 2009-2014 Ford F-150

Watch this video to learn how to replace the rear brake calipers on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150.

Replacing Rear Brake Calipers on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150: What You Need

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Parts Checklist

• Brake calipers: Rear Driver Side and Rear Passenger Side
• Brake Cleaner

Tightening Torques

• Lower slide pin and stop rubber balancer:
  • 2009 through 2011 models: 22 Ft-lbs.
  • 2012 and later models: 24 Ft-lbs.
• Rear brake flexible hose bracket bolt: 22 Ft-lbs.

Tools Checklist

Here’s the toolbox we recommend to repair your Ford F-150: HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set

List of tools:

• Hydraulic jack
• Jack stands
• Wheel lug wrench
• Flat head screwdriver
• 10mm wrench
• Large flat head screwdriver
• Fluid collector
• Vise grip
• Two sockets
• Ratchet
• 14mm socket
• Wire brush
• Sandpaper
• Torque wrench
• Cloth

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Turn off your engine and set the parking brake. Pull on the hood release handle and open the hood. Open the brake fluid reservoir.

Step 2: Loosen the stud bolts on the rear wheels. Lift the rear of your vehicle. Place the vehicle on the jack stands.

Step 3: To change the rear brake calipers, start by removing the wheels to access the calipers. Place the wheels under the vehicle for safety.

Step 4: Insert a flathead screwdriver into the outer extremity of the oblong hole on the front of the brake caliper. Use the screwdriver as a lever to lift the caliper off by pulling it towards you. This retracts the piston slightly for easier removal.

Step 5: Using a 10 mm wrench, unscrew the lower slide pin. Unscrew the stop rubber balancer using the same tool.

Step 6: Push on the pressure spring with a large flathead screwdriver and release the brake caliper from the mount. Place the caliper on the leaf springs.

Step 7: Put a container under the caliper to catch any leaking brake fluid. If changing the brake hose, use a vise grip and two sockets to clamp the hose and reduce fluid leakage.

Step 8: Unscrew the banjo screw connecting the hose to the caliper using a ratchet and a 14 mm socket. Pry the brake hose off the caliper with a flathead screwdriver.

Step 9: Retrieve the lower slide pin and stop rubber balancer for installation on the new caliper. You can reuse the old brake pads if they’re in good condition.

Step 10: If not changing the hose, clean the contact area between the hose and caliper using a wire brush or sandpaper.

Step 11: Attach the new seals and banjo screw to the hose. Screw the banjo screw connecting the hose to the caliper and tighten with a torque wrench.

Step 12: Replace the stop rubber balancer and lower slide pin. Remove the vise grip if used.

Step 13: Put the caliper back onto the caliper mount. Push it down until the pressure spring locks.

Step 14: Screw the stop rubber balancer and lower slide pin back in by hand, then tighten with a 10 mm wrench. Use a torque wrench to finish tightening. Clean both sides of the brake disc with brake cleaner and a cloth to remove any grease from the new pad installation.

Step 15: After changing a brake caliper, bleed the brake fluid system to remove air. Then, put the wheels back on your vehicle. Lower the car and secure the wheels properly. Screw the brake fluid cap back on before starting the car.

Step 16: Before driving, start the car and pump the brake pedal to ensure proper brake pad seating. Drive smoothly for the first 30 miles to avoid glazing the new pads.

Compatible Vehicles

The operation and tools displayed in the video should be available on the following vehicles:

• 2009 Ford F150
• 2010 Ford F150
• 2011 Ford F150
• 2012 Ford F150
• 2013 Ford F150
• 2014 Ford F150

Important Reminders

Once the operation is completed, you’ll need pump slowly on the brake pedal a few times until feeling a strong resistance from the pedal. The aim being to bring the brake pads closer to one other.

Drive smoothly and avoid sudden braking for the first 30 miles or so, to avoid glazing the new pads. What do we mean by “glazing new brake pads”? Brake pads are made of a material that needs to be run-in when new. If this procedure is not done properly, when braking too hard, the material overheats and hardens. Consequently, the brakes become less effective.

Here’s a tip: You can limit the amount of fluid leakage by clamping the brake hose with a vise grip and two sockets.

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