Section 06-04: Brakes, Rear Disc
1993 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Brake Adapter

 

Removal

  1. Perform the Caliper Assembly Removal procedure. If service is not necessary to the caliper assembly, it is not necessary to disconnect the flexible hose from the caliper in this operation. Support the caliper with a wire hook or other means, so that the flexible hose is not stretched or twisted.
  1. Remove the anchor plate as outlined.
  1. Remove splash shield as outlined.
  1. Remove axle shaft assembly. Refer to Section 05-02B.
  1. Remove four attaching nuts. Remove adapter.
 

Installation

NOTE: Adapters are not interchangeable from right to left and are identified LH and RH.

  1. Install adapter on axle.
  1. Install four attaching nuts, and tighten to 41-54 Nm (30-40 lb-ft).
  1. Install axle shaft. Refer to Section 05-02B.
  1. Install splash shield anchor plate, rotor and caliper assembly.
  1. Clean adapter plate and attaching bolt threads. Add one drop of Threadlock and Sealer meeting specification E0AZ-19554-A (ESE-M4G204-A) or equivalent to each bolt and attach the anchor to the adapter. Tighten the bolts to 105-135 Nm (80-100 lb-ft).
  1. Install rotor and caliper as outlined.