How do you replace rear disc brake pads 2004 explorer?

Answer 1

remove road wheel, there are two bolts, top and bottom , behind the caliper, remove both , carefuuly chock the caliper on something that doesn't put strain on the pipes, then ease out calipers and retaining clips. clean off all debros around the calipers, usually some road stone or grit around that area, ease back the pistons, make sire they are free by getting somepne to pump the pedal , then push back as far as they will go. position the new pads, and locate springs, (look how these are positioned on removal, add some copper grease to pad backs and springs, replace caliper as in reverse of this procedure, add grease to bolts that hold the caliper in place, tighten to recommended torque, and replace wheel, repeat for other side, do not overtighten caliper bolts, tendency to snap on you if you overtighten, and its not necessary at all, check brake fluid after work is complete, top up as necessary, unlikely as the pistons on the calipers will be further back.............. job done and good luck!