Ford Fiesta: Front Disc Brake / Brake Caliper. Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
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NOTICE:
If the fluid is spilled on the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.
NOTICE:
Make sure that all openings are sealed.
Remove the flow bolt and detach the front brake hose. Discard the washers.
Torque:
Stage 1:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
Stage 2:
90°
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Remove the guide pin bolts and the brake caliper.
Torque:
19 lb.ft (26 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Bleed the brake system.
Refer to: Brake System Pressure Bleeding (206-00 Brake System - General Information, General Procedures).
NOTICE:
Make sure that no load is placed on the brake hose.
Remove the brake caliper bolts and position the brake caliper aside.
Torque:
52 lb...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete...
System Operation
How the clutch works
Cross-sectional view of a single disc dry clutch
Item
Description
A
Clutch disengaged
B
Clutch engaged
1
Flywheel
2
Clutch disc
3
Pressure plate
4
Diaphragm spring
5
Transmission input shaft
6
Clutch cover
7
Crankshaft
The..