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To remove the rotors on a 1999 Ford F150 with rear disc brakes do you have to disconnect the emergency brake cable?
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∙ 12y ago
yes you do have to.
The answer is no you don't have to disconnect the emergency brake cable, just remove the whole calliper and the rotor will come off no problem, its a good idea to change the emergency brake shoes if needed and lube the linkages, that's is all.
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