2017 Ford F-150 Brake Specials: Specs & Service

The inspection covers remaining pad material, rotor thickness and rotor runout. Technicians also inspect calipers, hoses, hardware and brake fluid condition. This approach helps identify related wear before brake work is recommended.

• Pad measurement on all four corners
• Rotor thickness and runout measurement
• Inspection of brake fluid and hardware

The inspection helps determine whether the vehicle needs pads, rotors or additional brake-system attention. Front and rear brakes can require different work because they wear independently. Review current service specials and schedule an appointment for an assessment at David McDavid Ford.

• Pad material is measured at all four corners
• Rotors are checked for thickness and runout
• Current service specials can be applied to qualifying work

Front and rear brake components are assessed separately, so the scope can differ from one axle to the other. A complete inspection checks pads, rotors, calipers, hoses, hardware and fluid condition before recommendations are made. Schedule service with David McDavid Ford for the vehicle’s specific brake needs.

• Front and rear brake work may differ
• Rotor condition is checked before replacement recommendations
• The full system is assessed together

Brake wear depends on driving conditions, load and how the truck is used. Towing and frequent braking can affect pad and rotor wear, so inspection is more useful than relying on a fixed interval. David McDavid Ford measures the remaining pad material on all four corners.

• Pad material is measured at each corner
• Towing can increase braking-system workload
• Rotor thickness and runout are checked with pad wear

These symptoms can involve pads, rotors, calipers, hoses, hardware or brake fluid. Brakes wear as a system, so replacing one component without checking the others can shorten the life of new parts. Arrange an inspection if any of these signs appear.

• Squealing, scraping or grinding during braking
• Pulsing or a soft brake pedal
• A warning light or dark-looking brake fluid

The brake inspection evaluates the components together because pads, rotors and fluid can degrade at the same time. Rotor thickness and runout measurements help determine whether the rotors remain suitable. The current service specials can be applied to the work the vehicle actually needs.

• Pad material measurement on all four corners
• Rotor thickness and runout measurement
• Caliper, hose, hardware and fluid inspection

If the rotors remain within specification, pads may be the only replacement needed. Measuring thickness and runout provides the basis for that decision rather than replacing parts automatically. David McDavid Ford assesses the front and rear braking components before recommending work.

• Rotor thickness is measured
• Rotor runout is checked
• Pad-only service may be appropriate when rotors remain suitable

Those signs can point to wear or a problem involving pads, rotors, calipers, hoses, hardware or fluid. Braking performance can be affected when related components are ignored. Arrange a brake inspection promptly so the system can be evaluated together.

• Grinding can signal advanced friction-material wear
• A soft pedal warrants brake-system attention
• Warning lights should not be ignored

Across the seven trims, the 2017 Ford F-150 has six- to eight-cylinder engines, engine sizes from 2.7 to 5.0 liters, and curb weights ranging from 4,590 to 5,525 pounds. Its maximum towing capacity ranges from 6,000 to 11,800 pounds, so brake-system condition matters for both everyday driving and towing use. The vehicle has no stated brake-pad maintenance interval. Bring your 2017 Ford F-150 to David McDavid Ford in Fort Worth for an OEM-spec brake service — schedule service.

Drivers should pay attention to squealing, scraping or grinding, a pulsing or soft pedal, a brake warning light or dark-looking fluid. These symptoms can help identify when an inspection is appropriate, but measurement is needed before deciding whether pads, rotors or other components require attention. View service specials and schedule service at David McDavid Ford. Call 817-420-7990.

Whether the concern is noise, pulsation, a soft pedal, a warning light or fluid appearance, the inspection brings pads, rotors and related components into one evaluation. Use the service scheduler to request an appointment, or call 817-420-7990 for assistance.