1998 18 TD mondeo estate

[bodwyer]

Hi people help, needed can i (with limited knowledge of machanics) fit front brake disks and pads, do i need any special tools and what are the best make and at a reasonable price

 

[Spark123]

If it is anything like the older mondeos the brake disks are an absolute nightmare to remove!

 

[xerxes]

Replacing brake pads is normally a straightforward job, unless components are corroded or stuck in which case it can be a bit a trial.

I recommend you get the Haynes manual for this model, and work carefully. If you can get someone with more experience to help, so much the better.

Sealey and Sykes Pickavant have good ranges of specialist brake tools if you need them for your vehicle. You'll need some Coppaslip, and a can of brake cleaner is useful. Also, a micrometer or calliper to measure the disc thickness.

You don't need me to tell you that the consequences of getting the reassembly wrong could be very serious.

 

[davieboy]

you will need a 7 mm allen key, not in normal sets of allen keys.