my Ford Mustang S550 makes a grinding noise when I brake what's happening

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather tools and parts needed for the repair.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and secure with wheel chocks.
• Disconnect the battery to prevent electrical issues.

2. Remove Wheel

• Using a jack, lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
• Use a lug wrench to remove the lug nuts and take off the wheel.

3. Inspect and Replace Brake Components

Brake Pads

• Sub-steps:
  1. Remove the brake caliper bolts with a socket set.
  2. Carefully slide the caliper off the rotor and support it using a bungee cord to avoid stressing the brake line.
  3. Remove old brake pads from the caliper bracket.
  4. Compare new pads to old ones for size and shape.
  5. Install new brake pads, ensuring proper orientation.

Brake Rotors

• Sub-steps:
  1. If necessary, remove the rotor retaining screw (if equipped) and slide the rotor off the wheel hub.
  2. Inspect the rotor surface for scoring or damage. Replace if necessary.
  3. If reusing, clean the rotor surface with brake cleaner to remove any debris.
  4. Install the new or cleaned rotor onto the hub.

4. Reassemble Braking System

• Sub-steps:
  1. Reinstall the caliper over the new brake pads and rotor.
  2. Secure the caliper bolts to the manufacturer’s specified torque value.
  3. Reinstall the wheel and lug nuts, tightening them in a star pattern to the specified torque.

5. Final Checks

• Reconnect the battery.
• Pump the brake pedal a few times to seat the brake pads against the rotor.
• Check brake fluid level and top off if necessary.