How to Replace Front Brakes 05-12 Ford Escape

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace your own worn, squeaky, fading old brakes. This video is applicable to 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12 Ford Escape
🔧 List of tools used:
• Flat Blade Screwdriver 1aau.to/oaf8/1AXAA00013
• 18mm Socket 1aau.to/ora/1AXAA00043
• 19mm Socket 1aau.to/ora/1AXAA00043
• Side Cutters
• 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar 1aau.to/oko/1AXAA00078
• Ratchet 1aau.to/oahG/1AXAA00016
• Socket Extensions 1aau.to/o3y/1AXAA00015
• Bungee Cord
• Rust Penetrant
• 7mm Allen Wrench 1aau.to/oay/1AXAA00007
• Floor Jack 1aau.to/os7/1AXAA00068
• Hammer 1aau.to/okK/1AXAA00091
• Jack Stands 1aau.to/otk/1AXAA00065
• Large C-Clamp
• Wire Brush 1aau.to/oen/1AXAA00079
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[@kennynelson4022]

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[@AngieOrtiz622]

I have a question but first, Andy, I just want to say thank you so much for making these videos! I have the same exact car - 2012 ford escape 🫶 and when I was down and out, when it rains, it pours! My fuel injector needed to be replaced. I was getting 1800, 2300 estimates because of the location- and i truly think its because i had no idea what was what and told them that. Anyways. I found your video and followed your directions.... paid 31 dollars for the part and did it myself. After that, I started paying attention to my car and how things worked , when what needed to be changed and since 2018, only I have done the work on my car based solely off of your videos. I'm able to take mostly everything under my hood apart, change it out and properly put it back thanks to you! So thank you again! I have to do my brakes and rotors tomorrow, of course I ordered my parts from 1A auto and I am beyond excited to do it. BTW shipping was super fast! I ordered the stuff and within the hour I got the email hey your stuff is on the way, pure happiness! If anyone actually reads this long story (I'm sorry!) But I'm wondering, after doing the brakes and rotors, do I bleed the brakes? Is it the last step ? And then i pump the brake?

[@nicholasnortonnotn9645]

It’s a 9mm Allen wrench not 7 I’ve been sitting here trying to figure it all out

[@FTCBlitz]

Did anyone else notice how when they put the new rotor on the wheel hub assembly was magically replaced.

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[@uyscutigaming7656]

So you used a 7mm Allen socket to take the slide bolts off, but a 6mm to put them on?

[@vonnieluxon2437]

Thank you for the video. I did my first brake job myself.

[@MySharnita]

I always remove the brake fluid cap before compressing the caliper back in. Enjoyed the video though. Have a blessed day!

[@seeya205]

You should open the bleeder valve when compressing the piston or else you will be pushing burnt fluid from the caliber back into the master.

[@ryanbarrett1949]

Thanks 1A Auto, I was able to do my brakes after studying your video. One note I would add for those attempting it themselves - my car was "stuck" unable to reverse or go forward likely because of the caliper piston compression. I ran "abs service bleed" using Forscan software and was immediately able to drive the car after that service procedure.

[@maidenlord6663]

Why would I buy a caliper hanger when I have a whole closet full of clothes hangers think about that everybody that reads this comment

[@1AAuto]

+Maidenlord 666 Thanks for the tip!

[@bryann489]

Best kit ever really good quality for the price!

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[@aaronaustrie]

This is a well favored demonstration

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[@lawrencebryan1867]

thanks.good instructipns

[@ianmackenzie686]

Thanks for torque specs!

[@professionalautoglass2042]

Thank you so much for the video ✊🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️

[@alexanderquilty5705]

At 12:50 you said you were going to use the 6mm Allen to put it back in, however, when you initially took the calipers off it was a 7mm allen socket. No biggie but just wanted to point it out.

[@thetvbaby83]

Mine is 9mm. Wot the heck

[@lawrencebryan1867]

ha ! I got that too..

[@lawrencebryan1867]

dam! I hope mines 7mm

[@drewmoran1902]

thats because its actually a T45 torx head. you could probably work 7-9mm allens on it

[@ryanberg8508]

Andy is the mon!

[@leonareyna581]

If I'm bleeding the brakes on a 2005 Ford Escape Hybrid is it absolutely necessary to buy a fancy scanner? Can I just bleed them like a regular car??

[@garymartin8619]

I always add a little grease to the bracket so the pads slide

[@marvinmccollum4876]

Don't get the slide pin grease on the pads like he did on the inside pad 😅😅

[@mattmo8648]

I too have called a caliper spring a piece of shit under my breath. Very honest how to mechanics video. 😂

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[@MrSarge99]

Do the clips come with the brake kit?

[@dcpcweb]

Great video but weren’t these grooved rotor put on right side should have been on left? Grooves going up and pointing towards rear?

[@Oracol]

At 11:35 you use the caliper compressor to push the piston in and then at 11:38 it’s gone… does the piston just stay in place once you compress it??

[@Pittsfan1980]

I put a new caliper clip on that was provided with the new pads. I guess I didn't put on right or whatnot. It fell of while driving and is in no man's land now. Is it absolutely necessary to have it? I don't think I have the original hardware anymore

[@Prevayl]

9mm Allen socket for 2008 ford escape hybrid

[@JsinGorgoth]

Thank you

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[@landonpwilcox6611]

08 needs a 9mm Allen wrench

[@booboo1426]

I found out the hard way, after buying a set with a 7 mm only to find out the set didn’t include a 9 mm it was a long day !!!!

[@nathanmoore8821]

Yep had to make a 45 minute drive that just go get one the joys of living out in the middle of nowhere

[@valentinreyes2887]

Yep.. having a hard time.. I should came to the comments first..lol.. Luckily my set came with 9mm..

[@cfurner]

Looks like you ran into the same problem I had, where the clips on the back of the piston-side pad are too wide to fit into the bore of the piston. I had this problem with a few different brands of pads, I just pinch them down with a big pair of pliers and it all seems to fit fine.

[@bradnewton1680]

You have to check whick type of piston to determine if you need the small or large clip. My XLT (and I believe the Limited) uses the small clips but to keep the mystery going I don't know which piston type they are...just guessed wrong and exchanged for the right ones. Maybe someone can add some knowledge to this.

[@jeffharrison7003]

I thought u had to open brake valve when compressing caliper or you can damage and sensor Also, you need to seat the pads which u can google

[@richardsudz8295]

Is there a way to know if you have steel or phenolic pistons before you take them apart?

[@bradnewton1680]

Watched a different video and I think I know the secret ...the steel piston has a larger bore...ie uses the large clip. The phenolic is much thicker and has a smaller bore...ie the smaller clip.....makes sense...

[@Mark-qw1rg]

When I pump the brakes after installation, does the engine have to be running?

[@1AAuto]

+Mark Thanks for watching! No the engine does not need to be running when pumping the pedal.

[@garycarrigan7972]

Steel or phenolic pistons ???

[@chrismedina54]

Is it necessary to vent the brake fluid cap and or bleed the line before pushing the caliper pistons in??

[@1AAuto]

+Chris Medina Thanks for watching! You might want to pop open the cap, but you do not need to do any bleeding when following this procedure.

[@chrismedina54]

@@1AAuto Thanks!

[@ricardofranco4114]

My car has 190,000 miles and i have never chnaged those.

[@1974geary]

6 mm or 7 mm which is it?

[@Mark-qw1rg]

The caliper slide pins won’t go back in. I’m doing exactly what you showed in the video. Any suggestions?.

[@philcollin5891]

Did you get it? you have to push till it slides in then turn your ratchet, make sure it's lined up

[@intrepidelica7059]

Move the caliper around while pushing the slide pin in until you feel it go in the hole then tighten.

[@jonconley4424]

KZbin is ruining itself with ads! 😡

[@paullongley8580]

that rotar is for the drivers side

[@Bobcatspiritdude]

LoL yep

[@miscellaneousanus2831]

He says 7mm Allen for the caliper slide bolts on removal. Then when installing he says 6mm Allen for the caliper slide bolts?

[@hp25racing]

2011 has 2 sizes of rotores ??????

[@iowatheother4986]

my abs brakes wont shut off. do you know why???

[@seeya205]

Bad sensor or bad toner ring. You will need a scan tool to find out.

[@TheI465]

I thought you had to change the brake fluid every time you change the brake pads.

[@criticalcontentcreation716]

How are these only $100 for a complete front set drilled/slotted and ceramic pads when it’s like $60 for just one front rotor at Autozone?

[@seeya205]

Mark up! They have to pay for those stores and employees

[@Bobcatspiritdude]

Probably ebay prices

[@kuprebou57]

On the '06 the caliper bolts are removed with a T45 Torx socket..not allen head. At least on the rear calipers.

[@markleahy7706]

So first you said it was a 7mm bolt then when you re-assembled you said 6 mm. ????

[@freakylinksofficialaccount1449]

It doesn’t happen every once in a while with me😂😂😂😂

[@intrepidelica7059]

7mm removes slide pin for 2009

[@thetvbaby83]

Or 9mm I guess

[@GlenHernandez801]

2008 is 9mm pls read this before going to the store