I was about to change the brakes on my 2005 focus and discovered that there wasn't a conventional bolt to release the calipers. instead there was a round looking socket in its place. What is this and WHat tool can i use to remove it?? Email: djdutchmaster@hotmail.com or respond

Asked by djdutchmaster Aug 20, 2007 at 02:13 PM about the 2005 Ford Focus

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

What tool is needed to remove the circular thing where the caliper colt usually is??

I was about to change the brakes on my 2005 focus and discovered that there wasn't a conventional bolt to release the calipers. instead there was a round looking socket in its place. What is this and WHat tool can i use to remove it?? Email: djdutchmaster@hotmail.com or respond

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Hi djdutchmaster, You can use a 7mm alen wrench or T-45 torx bit to remove your calipers. Good luck!

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