How to Replace the Brake Calipers on a 1997 Ford F-250

The brake calipers squeeze the rotors between the brake pads to stop the Ford F250. The rotors can start to leak around the piston as the seals fail. At that point, you need to replace them or risk losing your brakes while out in the truck. The procedure is not as difficult as it may sound. You can complete the job in your driveway in about one half-hour for each wheel. There is no need to spend your money in a repair shop.

Instructions

1

Place the wheel chocks behind the rear wheels of the truck. Raise the Ford with the automobile jack. Place a jack stand under the F250 and raise it to the frame. Remove the lug nuts from the wheel using the lug wrench. Take the wheel off the truck.

2

Remove the hose bolt from the caliper using a wrench. Position the drain pan under the hose to catch the fluid from the brake line. Loosen the bolts on the caliper with a socket and ratchet. Pull the caliper out of the mounting cradle. Remove the other end of the brake hose from the main brake line using a wrench.

3

Insert the brake pads in the brake caliper. Place the caliper on the mounting cradle and tighten the bolts with the socket and ratchet. Install a new brake hose to the main brake line and tighten it with a wrench. Attach the other end of the hose to the brake caliper and tighten the bolt with a wrench. Place the wheel on the F250 and tighten the lug nuts.

4

Remove the jack stand from under the truck and lower the vehicle to the ground. Repeat the process on the other wheel. Add fluid to the master cylinder after the project is complete to bring it to the proper level. Pump the brakes several times until the pedal is firm.