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About James
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Most of my knowledge is in gas engines. My strong suit is not w/ diesel.I am P2 A.S.E Certified.

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Ford Repair - brakes


Expert: James - 10/21/2009

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Hello

I have a'92 Ford Explorer.  I checked the brake pads.  They have about 1/8" left on the pad.  I jacked it up to change the pads.  I was not sure how to to it.  I saw the lower part of the caliper.  It looked like a 2/4" hollow cotter pin was holding it together.  Not sure though.  I found a video on youtube to see how it was done but it was a Ford Taurus.  I also found a couple of sites with pictures but it was not for an Explorer.  How do I change the pads on mine?

Thanks

Answer
This is not usually something that can be explained in a few sentences, or paragraph. To help you out though, I will give you a few pointers. First of all, you need the right tools. I higly recommend going to your local parts store for a Hanynes manual. These guys tear down vehicles and put them back together just to explain. Unbeatable for the15 dollar cost. If that is a burden, I would recommend going to your local library. You see, your local library will have Mitchell Service manuals on all vehicles. Simply find the one that you want, and make copies of the section you need.

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