Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.6 Ti, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.6 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.4, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.0 EcoBoost, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.4 LPG, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.4 LPG, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.5 TDCi, FORD B-MAX (JK) 1.0 EcoBoost … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tools you need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Copper grease
                    
                      Combination spanner #12
                    
                      Drive socket # 12
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the hood. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tip:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC recommends:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 11

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tip:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #12. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 26 Nm torque.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 19

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 21

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 22

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 Nm torque.
Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). Tip from AUTODOC:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 24

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
FORD B-MAX (JK) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 25

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD B-MAX (JK). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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