Ford Explorer: Hydraulic Brake Actuation / Removal and Installation - Brake Pedal and Bracket

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the BCM.
   Refer to: Body Control Module (BCM) (419-10 Multifunction Electronic Modules, Removal and Installation).
   

1. NOTICE: Do not service the brake pedal or brake booster without first removing the stoplamp switch. The switch must be removed with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. The switch plunger must be compressed for the switch to rotate in the bracket. Attempting to remove the switch when the plunger is extended (during pedal apply) will result in damage to the switch.

   Remove the stoplamp switch.
   Refer to: Stoplamp Switch (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Push inward on the tabs and remove the clevis pin. Discard the clevis pin.
   

1. Remove the brake pedal and bracket assembly mounting nuts and bolts. Discard the nuts and bolts.
   

Installation

1. NOTICE: Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal while installing the stoplamp switch. The switch must be installed with the booster push rod attached to the brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. Installing the switch with the brake pedal in any other position will result in incorrect adjustment and may damage the switch.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Install the brake pedal and bracket assembly and tighten the new nuts and bolts in the sequence shown.
   Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)