shumax Posted August 3, 2016 Report Share Posted August 3, 2016 Does anyone have a step-by-step outline, or video, of how to replace the rear brakes on a 2007 Edge SEL AWD? Mine are close and I will be doing them before the weather turns. Of most concern to me, is how to handle the e-brake and then pushing the piston back into the caliper. On other cars, I remember that piston to be a real pain to retract back into the sleeve - you needed a tool that you attached a 3/8" ratchet onto and even then, it worked just OK at best. As it relates to the e-brake, I've not replaced one and am not familiar with how, etc. Further, how to adjust it. Removal of the caliper from the bracket, etc. is not something I'm real concerned with. Same for removing the rotor. Thanks in advance! Shumax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted August 5, 2016 Report Share Posted August 5, 2016 I think you are confusing the 1st gen with the 1.5 gen rear brake calipers. No special tool to force the calipers back. use a caliper tool or C-clamp. The 1.5 refresh has a completely different rear brake and emergency brake that is self adjusting. Replacing pads and rotor will be nearly the same as the fronts. Once exception is the positioning screw get it out and toss it unless you like rusty screws that you can not remove. That screw was an assembly screw and serves no purpose. There is an adjustment located under the Edge that is connected to both rear brake cables. you will have to get under the Edge and loosen or tighten the adjustment nut. Cycle the brake a half dozen times then make adjustments. Also helps to have the Edge in neutral if it is AWD. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shumax Posted August 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 8, 2016 Thank you. I was not aware there were differences, so I appreciate you pointing it out. Sounds like the emergency brake adjustment may be a bit more painful on mine as it won't be self adjusting. I know when you engage the parking brake, it barely holds the vehicle in place on a hill now. So, it needs to be adjusted. Too my surprise, I checked the pads this weekend and they have over half their life left. They have approximately 60k of wear on them now. I'm shocked. So, I'm not sure I will be digging into this as soon as I had thought. A while back, under separate cover, I had reported they were howling when backing out of the drive. That condition still exists; however, I know there is a part I can install on the caliper pin to reduce/eliminate that condition. My wife hasn't complained about it, so I'm leaving good enough alone for now. Thanks again,Shumax 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDST777 Posted August 28, 2016 Report Share Posted August 28, 2016 You have made adjustment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDST777 Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 (edited) I have in detail specified in this post http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/7816-rear-brake-rotor/?p=137612 of people how it is necessary to remove back rotor on Ford EDGE 1 gen, I attach the image to check correctly I understand what is offered? P.S.: also I want to specify, back rotors how freely have to rotate? (with the wrung-out emergency brake). Disturbs me that I put quite strong effort to shift a rotor and to rotate it hands. At the same time the flat wheel with teeth doesn't hold apart a block. This normal state? or it is a problem of the basic bearing? I will upload video where it is visible as it occurs. Edited March 31 by 1004ron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbwt Posted August 29, 2016 Report Share Posted August 29, 2016 You need to just put the wheel back on and drive your Edge. I see nothing wrong. The wheel moves hard because it is a drive axle. Nothing more. Just relax. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDST777 Posted April 17, 2017 Report Share Posted April 17, 2017 Hello. There was video where it is possible to learn how to remove a rear rotor. A secret is revealed. Thanks to the author. To look about 2:53 minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EDST777 Posted April 17, 2017 Report Share Posted April 17, 2017 (edited) I think that for those who want to reuse a rear rotor it is better to strike blows to the places specified by red shooters. Edited April 17, 2017 by EDST777 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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