This week, I have changed the brake pads on two vehicles that I have never worked on before. I jack them up and get in there with a full set of Allen keys and small wrenches within reach. I look and see if it needs an Allen key or wrench and approximately what size. Then I try tools that may fit till I find the correct one -usually within 2 tries. - This is not a complicated exercise. . . .
Loosen and remove the caliper retaining bolts. Torx T-40 or T-45
7mm Allen wrench
9mm
I believe it is a 7mm hex.
What kind of wrench is needed to loosen the oil filter in a Mercedes Benz ml?"
Should be 10mm or 3/8ths Actually, it turned out to be 7mm Allen wrench.
For the caliper mount bolts that are removed during a brake pad change, 1/2" is a good fit on my 1996 F250. 13mm will fit but is a little sloppy. Were you asking about the "caliper bracket" instead?
To effectively loosen a brake caliper, you can use a wrench to loosen the bolts that secure it in place. Make sure to support the caliper to prevent damage to the brake line. Once the bolts are loosened, gently wiggle the caliper to remove it from the rotor. Be cautious not to damage the brake line or other components.
7 mm Allen wrench
I believe that may be 7mm Allen.
The calipers need a 7 mm hex wrench. The Caliper holder to remove the rotors takes an 18mm socket. This is a 2003 Ford escape..apparently it's the same as a Mazda tribute.
Metric Allen wrench.