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

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO 2.2, FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO 2.2 TDCi, FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO 2.2 TDCi, FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO 2.2 TDCi, FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO 2.2 TDCi … View more

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. List of the tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Electronic spray
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      18 mm combination spanner
                    
                      21 mm combination spanner
                    
                      13 mm socket
                    
                      21 mm wheel impact socket
                    
                      Ratchet wrench or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
                    
                      Tommy bar
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Mounting lever
                    
                      Long nose pliers
                    
                      Car lift or jack with jack stands, and wheel chocks

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Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Replace the brake pads in axle sets. This will ensure even braking.
The procedure for replacing the brake pads is identical for both sides of the same axle.
All the work should be carried out with the ignition switched off.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.

Step 2

Loosen the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 4

Loosen the wheel nuts. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar.
Step 5

Raise the vehicle.

Warning!
If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 6

Unscrew the wheel nuts.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. Tip:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the nuts.
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads apart. Use a mounting lever.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a 21 mm combination spanner.
Step 11

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

AUTODOC expert recommendation:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting it from the brake hose to avoid opening the brake line.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging from the brake hose.Do not press the brake pedal after the caliper has been removed. This may cause the piston to fall out of the caliper bore resulting in the brake fluid leakage and air entering the system.
Step 13

Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor. Use long nose pliers.
Step 14

Remove the brake pads.
Step 15

Clean the brake pad anti-rattle clips on the caliper bracket or replace them if necessary. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. AUTODOC recommends:
Check the brake caliper bracket, guide pins, and boots. Clean the parts or replace them if necessary.
Step 16

Clean the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 17

Retract the brake caliper piston. Use a brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 18

Treat the brake pads in the areas where they touch the anti-rattle clips. Use anti-squeal paste.
Step 19

Install new brake pads.
Step 20

Attach the wear sensor to the inner pad.
Step 21

Install the brake caliper.
Step 22

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 23

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use an 18 mm combination spanner. Use a 13 mm socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 31 N·m.
Step 24

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 25

Treat the wheel hub surface that contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 26

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – FORD TRANSIT TOURNEO. Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing on the fastening nuts.
Step 27

Screw on the wheel nuts. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 28

Lower the car and tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern. Use a 21 mm wheel impact socket. Use a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 200 N·m.
Step 29

Remove the jack, jack stands, and wheel chocks.
Step 30

Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 31

Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 32

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Step 33

Close the bonnet.

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