You will have to know the year, model and if it's 2 wheel drive or 4 wheel drive.You will need a Haynes/Chilton type work manual because it can get involved. And with a manual you have the information at your finger tips.
Replace rotor / cut rotor & replace brakes.
How much time is required to replace a front break disc rotor on a '93 Ford E-250 van?
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Remove wheel Remove caliper mounting bolts Slide caliper off rotor Rotor should slide off hub
Remove the wheel and tire assembly and the brake caliper then the brake rotor will slide right off.
To replace the front brake rotors on a Ford Freestyle, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the front wheels. Then, take off the caliper by unbolting it and hanging it securely to avoid stress on the brake line. Remove the caliper bracket, then slide off the old rotor. Install the new rotor, reattach the caliper and bracket, and ensure everything is tightened properly before replacing the wheels and lowering the vehicle.
22mm is the minimum rotor thinckness for the front and 12mm for the rear's
remove brake parts after removing tire should slide right off
Should be stamped on rotor Should be stamped on rotor
The minimum thickness is cast into the rotor, either on the edge of the rotor or into the rotor hub.
replace front brake discs and pads.
To change the front brake rotor on a 1997 Ford Ranger XLT 4-wheel drive, start by lifting the vehicle and removing the front wheel. Next, remove the caliper by unbolting it and secure it without straining the brake line. Take off the old rotor, replace it with the new one, then reattach the caliper and wheel. Finally, lower the vehicle and pump the brakes a few times to ensure proper function before driving.