Brake calipers
CD brakes squeeze brake pads against a rotor to constitute friction and slow the spin. Eventually, the pads wear down, causing uproar and vibration during braking, and must be replaced. The brake pads in a 2002 Mercury Cougar should be inspected every 15,000 miles and replaced whether chief. Replacement pads can be purchased at most auto-parts stores. Replacing the brake pads should holding approximately 20 minutes per turn.
Repeat on the other side.
The lift site is at once carry on the front circle, flush with the inside wrinkle of the tire. Probation your Cougar owner's jotter for a diagram. Brace the vehivle with jack stands.
2. Remove the two bolts on the rear of the brake caliper. This frees the caliper from the brake pad mounting bracket. Lift the bracket absent from the rotor with a rotating mobility.
3. Slide the brake pads absent of the bracket.
4. Press the caliper piston into its Muzzle with a C-clamp. Protect the piston head with a piece of scrap wood.
5. Install the replacement pads into the bracket. Start with the end opposite the clip. Move the bracket and pads into place and install the two bolts, torquing to 21 ft-lbs. Install the wheel and hand-tighten the lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and fully tighten the lug nuts.
