M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Please visit www.fordracingparts.com for the most current instruction information ! ! ! PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. AT ANY TIME YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE CALL THE FORD RACING TECHLINE AT 1-800-367-3788 ! ! ! Component Number Component Description Qty BRAKE KIT 6 Piston Brake Kit 1 DR3V-1125-CC Front Rotor Assembly 2 DR3V-2078-FA RH Brake Hose 1 DR3V-2B118-EB RH Front Caliper 6 Piston 1 DR3V-2B119-EB LH Front Caliper 6 Piston 1 DR3V-2B557-FA LH Brake Hose 1 DR3V-2C026-BA Rear Rotor 2 DR3V-2K004-CA RH Disk Brake Shield 1 DR3V-2K005-CA LH Disk Brake Shield 1 DR3V-2K327-AA LH Rear Caliper 1 DR3V-2K328-AA RH Rear Caliper 1 W500020-S439 Bolt, Backing Plate 4 W705821-S439 Caliper Bolt to Adaptor Brake Kit 1 W710233-S439 Caliper Mount Bolt M12X1.75X65 4 DR3Z-2C100-A RH Rear Support Bracket 1 DR3Z-2C101-A LH Rear Support Bracket 1 Material Item Specification High Performance DOT 3 WSS-M6C62-A or Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid WSS-M6C65-A1 PM-1-C (US); CPM-1-C (Canada) Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 1 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal injury. WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For emergency medical information seek medical advice. In the USA or Canada on Ford/Motorcraft products call: 1-800-959- 3673. For additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury. NOTICE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water. Removal Front Brakes : STEP 1: Remove the wheel and tire. STEP 2: Remove the brake caliper flow bolt. STEP 3: NOTICE: Do not use the caliper sight hole to retract pistons as this may damage the pistons and boots. Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper anchor bolts and remove the brake caliper/anchor plate assembly. Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 2 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. STEP 4: Remove brake rotor. STEP 5: Remove brake shield. Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 3 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. STEP 6: Using new bolts, install new brake shields, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in). Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 4 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Removal and Installation Brake Flexible Hose : NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. NOTE: Vehicles with 6 piston calipers shown, 2 and 4 piston calipers similar. STEP 1: Remove brake line. • To install, tighten the brake tube fitting to 17 Nm (150 lb-in). • To install, tighten the brake flexible hose bracket bolt to 20 Nm (177 lb-in). • To install brake line to strut, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in). Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 5 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Brake Rotor Installation : STEP 1: NOTICE: Do not use an abrasive sanding disc since it will remove paint or other protective finishes from the wheel or metal from the mounting surfaces, adversely affecting corrosion protection and brake disc lateral runout. Wire brush as necessary. STEP 2: Clean hub with brake cleaner and apply high temperature nickel anti-seize. STEP 3: Install brake rotor. Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 6 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Caliper Installation : STEP 1: Using new bolts, install caliper/anchor plate assembly. To install, tighten anchor plate bolts to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft). STEP 2: Install brake line flow bolt and 2 washers (one washer under the head of the bolt and one against the brake caliper). To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 7 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Disc Brake System Rear — Exploded View NOTE: 5.0L shown, 5.8L similar. Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 8 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Item Description 1 Brake caliper guide pin bolts 2 Brake caliper 3 Brake pads 4 Spring clips 5 Guide pin and boot 6 Brake caliper anchor plate bolt kits 7 Brake caliper anchor plate 8 Brake disc 9 Brake disc shield bolts 10 Brake disc shield 11 Brake tube fitting 12 Brake caliper flow bolt 13 Copper washers 14 Brake flexible hose 15 Brake flexible hose bracket bolt 16 Bleeder screw cap 17 Bleeder screw 18 Anti-moan bracket U-bolt nuts (if equipped) 19 Anti-moan bracket U-bolt and clamp (if equipped) 20 Anti-moan bracket (if equipped) 21 Brake caliper support bracket bolt 22 Brake caliper support bracket flag nuts 23 Brake caliper support bracket Remove Rear Brake Caliper : STEP 1: Remove the wheel and tire. STEP 2: Remove the retaining clip and the parking brake cable and conduit from the brake caliper. Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 9 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. STEP 3: Remove the brake caliper flow bolt and discard the 2 copper washers. STEP 4: Remove the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts and the brake caliper. STEP 5: Remove caliper anchor plate. STEP 6: Remove brake rotor. Remove Caliper Support Bracket : STEP 1 Remove axle shaft. Traction-Lok® differential shown Torsen® differential similar Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 10 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. Item Description 1 Axle shaft U-washer 2 Differential pinion shaft (Traction-Lok®) 3 Differential pinion shaft lock bolt 4 Axle shaft 5 Differential thrust plate (Torsen®) All Differentials : STEP 1: Remove the differential housing cover. Cover Removal : NOTE: Aluminum cover shown, steel cover similar. STEP 1: If equipped with aluminum cover, remove the panhard rod. Panhard Rod Removal : Item Description 1 Panhard rod bolts (2 required) 2 Panhard rod flag nut (RH) 3 Panhard rod flag nut (LH) 4 Panhard rod Factory Ford shop manuals are available from Helm Publications, 1-800-782-4356 Techline 1-800-367-3788 Page 11 of 29 IS-1850-0418 M-2300-T 6-Piston Mustang Brake Kit INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NO PART OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT PRIOR AGREEMENT AND WRITTEN PERMISSION OF FORD RACING PERFORMANCE PARTS. NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts. STEP 1: To aid in installation, mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).