How to Install Rear Caliper 11-19 Ford Explorer

In the video, 1A Auto shows how to replace a rusty, stuck, or broken brake caliper. The video is applicable to the 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 Ford Explorer.
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oYh/1AXAA00013
• Pry Bar 1aau.to/ofe/1AXAA00020
• 10mm Wrench 1aau.to/okk/1AXAA00010
• 15mm Wrench 1aau.to/okk/1AXAA00010
• 16mm Wrench
• 10mm Socket 1aau.to/oIN/1AXAA00017
• 13mm Socket 1aau.to/oN7/1AXAA00015
• 15mm Socket 1aau.to/oN7/1AXAA00015
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/omQ/1AXAA00043
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/oh5/1AXAA00051
• Needle nose pliers 1aau.to/oh5/1AXAA00052
• 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar 1aau.to/ohx/1AXAA00078
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oZy/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/oN7/1AXAA00015
• Torque Wrench 1aau.to/op3/1AXAA00044
• Anti-Seize Grease
• Brake Fluid
• Brake Parts Cleaner
• Bungee Cord
• Cloth Rags 1aau.to/ofp/1AXSS00035
• Rust Penetrant
• Drain Pan 1aau.to/oeP/1AXAA00320
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/oou/1AXAA00068
• Funnel 1aau.to/obV/1AXAA00310
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/ooD/1AXAA00065
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[@larrypowers1264]

where can i buy that special tool for the e brake cable ? thanks

[@bargainbear1483]

Man did this video save me some headache and grief this morning. Thank you so much!! I've done alot of repair work but had never messed with the spring loaded calipers on a ford vehicle. I'm now KZbin certified :)

[@chrisd6172]

At 2:16, I used a piece of 1/2 inch copper pipe as I don't have the special tool, worked great. Also, when I went to the parts store they asked if I needed a "standard" or "heavy duty" caliper. I assumed standard, but later had to replace it with heavy duty. The heavy duty fits a larger diameter rotor.

[@Navyboysfr]

These videos have been so helpful in doing all the maintenance and replacing my braking system!

[@michaelissac]

This video saved my ass when my mechanic left me high and dry. Thank you sooooooo much!

[@1AAuto]

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Michael Issac

[@jmrandom194]

Awesome video. Going to replace my 2016 rear passenger caliper today and the video looks just like what I'm in store for. Always nice to have a reference video!

[@ernestpthundermonkey]

Your tutorial made changing a caliper for a newbie go really smoothly! Thank you!!!!

[@1AAuto]

+Jeffrey Harlan Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

[@barrypearson2725]

Extremely helpful as I am not an auto mechanic.. my truck is back on the road .. thank you for the Instructions!!!

[@tomvigor7327]

Great video. I couldn't have done it without your help. Many thanks.

[@SFCStevens]

Thank you for this video! Instead of the brake cable tool, I was able to use a zip tie easily (then cut the zip tie off after).

[@1dementedRic]

Awesome tip, zip tie worked like a charm!!

[@darylmckaig2331]

Thanks for that tip! It worked great.

[@williamwilde141]

Will definitely work, I’ve always used hose clamps, same concept

[@mike8549]

Great idea I couldn't find any of those special tools i checked in every store near me!?!

[@mike8549]

Another trq video said the caliper bracket bolts are supposed to be 122 ft/lbs is this because ones front and ones rear? Im confused you said 76 ft/lbs?!? Also the caliper bolts 24ft/lbs the other video said 53 ft/lbs why? Same vehicle, maybe the front ones are bigger heavier?

[@jojiepeczon02]

Make sure, before you remove the emergency/parking brake cable, that the parking/hand/emergency brake is disengaged. Otherwise, you're going to have a hard time pulling the cable off because it is tight.

[@icyhotmike]

Heavy Duty brakes also require the DOT 4 LV fluid. This video shows DOT 3 fyi

[@TheTexican05]

Thank you for this video. 🍻 Total PITA job compared to other makes and e-brake methods… 🥵

[@chrishathon6577]

Great video! Thank you for posting. Best advice to get off the parking brake cable.

[@caled6913]

Thanks. This was what I needed to figure out the best way to get the emergency brake cable back on.

[@1AAuto]

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[@LionheartRacingSeries]

Thanks for the heads up about the non traditional piston caliper tool.

[@1AAuto]

+Lionheart Racing Series Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

[@josecustodio8348]

Very helpful, thank you.

[@robertbridgman3141]

Great video, thanks 1A. Pro tip: when removing the parking brake cable, it helps to pull the caliper and remove the pads first. Then put the caliper back on and use the same technique shown above. You'll be able to rotate the tab much further and get more slack in the cable.

[@1AAuto]

+Robert Bridgman Thank you for the tip and for watching!

[@saltycalf8379]

I just tore my hands up for about 30 minutes after trying the video's instruction. Glad I decided to take a break and come to the comment section, thank you.

[@DaveRothJr]

Thanks for the note on getting slack for the ebrake. That doesn't have much play without removing that bolt

[@jeffreyhoffman1358]

Thank you Thank you Thank you. The e brake cable was making me crazy.

[@sarracino11234]

great tips what is that tool called that squeezes the fingers together

[@abimaelyisrael858]

Thanks for sharing this video. Does the same principle apply to the front calipers as well? Or does the front require a different approach?

[@mikebavoso26]

I did my 2019 rear calipers, I noticed that the bolts that you tighten to 76 ft lb had blue thread lock on them and I cleaned off the old dreadlock and applied new thread lock.

[@mike8549]

I have a 2012 ford explorer xlt im doing all 4 bearings rotors calipers and brakepads my first time. None of the wheels will turn unless it is on and in neutral?!? Thanks for the great videos!!

[@mwa1252]

Where can I get that "special tool" for removing the parking brake? What is it called?

[@ryanmullen4482]

A 13mm wrench slips over and tap it with a punch and it comes right out, make sure to use the box end

[@anthonybrod5559]

Or a tip tie worked much better

[@terry5771]

What is the name or part number of the "special tool" used on the brake cable..you dont have it listed in the parts list..thanks guys

[@josedanielortizhernandez8646]

Saludos buen día donde puedo conseguir el caliper completo haci como sale en el video tengo una camioneta Ford explorer 2011 soy de la CD de Mexico

[@christopherluna1778]

Im trying to buy the calipers front and rear seems that they are not in sale in 1auto

[@TucksVisionProductions]

Do I need to compress the caliper piston on my new caliper?

[@1mikesofocused42]

just a though these models tend to seize up a good amount no matter what you do for the rear calipers including the taurus

[@nasheedwallick4264]

Where was the caliper and bracket purchased ???

[@louiemoscatel585]

No crush washers on the brake hose?

[@chrisflores3904]

What’s the special tool called?

[@DrHumorous]

I just resulted to cut off the spring and the clip holding the cable because I couldn't get it off. Service Manual says to release the tension which I did when installing it on a new caliper and it was not as tricky, just a little bit.

[@1AAuto]

+@DrHumorous Thanks for the feedback!

[@ryanmullen4482]

I’ve found that a replacement for the special tool to take the cable out would be a 13mm wrench slid it over tap it with a punch and it works like a charm but put the closed end over or it won’t work i used a 12 point not sure if a 6 point would work as well

[@1AAuto]

+Ryan Mullen Thanks for the tip!

[@1mikesofocused42]

good to know ty

[@tommccarriston7522]

Where did you get the tool to release the two prongs on the E brake cable

[@1AAuto]

+Tom McCarriston Thanks for watching! We do not offer that specialty tool at this time, but your local auto part store might have it!

[@edwardcody4941]

Ok do you have to unhook that cable you took off to get that caliber off.

[@user-ve3dv7hf1h]

We’re to get that tool for the cable

[@lulurojas1313]

Is that a HD caliper? Or regular?

[@edwinuntalan3468]

M y Ford explorer foot brake does not engage can I consult this to you as to what should I replaced?

[@1AAuto]

We are unable to diagnose vehicles but we do recommend taking your vehicle to a local, reputable mechanic. Thanks for checking us out! +Edwin Untalan

[@outifink]

Thanks for the video. What is the "special tool" made for removing the emergency brake cable called? Where can I get one? I cannot get that f*&^+ing cable off!

[@louiemoscatel585]

David Goldberg might be able to use a deep socket to do the same.

[@irwinbw]

Do you guys carry that special tool lossen the parking break cable?

[@1AAuto]

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[@virtualburton]

@@1AAuto What a bunch of shysters - fake it like you’re sharing a link then it takes us to your shop page, not to the tool. Pathetic.

[@alexklaus8438]

I miss my Craftsman flex head ratchet. 😟

[@mwa1252]

I think you meant to say 89 INCH lbs (not ft lbs) on tightening the bleeder screw.

[@Skitter302]

4 ugga duggas will do also.

[@adrade1854]

Ruined my caliper.

[@macaroniproduction]

👍👍

[@edwardcody4941]

Nevermind you putting on another caliber I see now

[@gza06955]

I torqued my bleed screw to 89 foot pounds and now I can’t find it I think it may have got sucked inside the brake box

[@1AAuto]

+gza06955 Thanks for watching! Sorry about that, he misspoke. It is supposed to be 89 inch pounds, not foot pounds!

[@genarogarcia6719]

Whats the difference on having a solid roto and a vented rotor?

[@1AAuto]

+Genaro Garcia Solid rotors that have a slightly larger surface and offer better durability and stopping power. Vented brake rotors that provide better cooling and are less likely to warp and fade. Please be sure to replace according to what your OE rotors are.

[@olegpokotilov2613]

what is the name of that tool for e-brake cable???

[@alexp-d3t]

Parking brake cable remover

[@cptrfwright]

89 ft lbs for the bleed screw?????

[@1AAuto]

+Ronald Wright Thanks for watching! I believe he meant to say 89 in lb, not ft lb! 1aauto.com

[@choosumfat]

Yea that gave me quite a pause, I hope to god he meant in-lbs.

[@davidfreeze6746]

Just gloss over the hardest part, removing the e brake cable

[@hughwynn6193]

What a mess! Should have used a clear vinyl/plastic tube to drain the brake fluid to a container to avoid spilling brake fluid onto metal parts suck as the body of the newly installed caliper and the brake caliper bracket. The brake fluid eats up metal hence causing rust problems down the road. Just my 2 cents