Dan GSR Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 (edited) my TC is used in NYC for stop and go traffic, with 8,800 miles on it today i did an oil change and tire rotation, and noticed that the front pads were VERY low is this normal for this car? are there any alternatives for pads? or only dealer pads available? maybe pads for a focus will fit ?? Edited January 12, 2010 by Dan GSR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madlock Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 my TC is used in NYC for stop and go traffic, with 8,800 miles on it today i did an oil change and tire rotation, and noticed that the front pads were VERY low is this normal for this car? are there any alternatives for pads? or only dealer pads available? maybe pads for a focus will fit ?? In NYC stop-and-go, 9K miles wouldn't seem to be an altogether unusual service interval for a light duty truck's brakes. The TC has been around for about 9 years now, so just about every parts maker makes compatible pads. You may be best-served by choosing pads that are rated for severe duty fleet service. Best of luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy D Posted January 16, 2010 Share Posted January 16, 2010 Dan. I live in NY and do fleet repair for the local phone company. 9K miles is UNACCEPTABLE for "normal" wearout of brake linings on a fleet vehicle. We took delivery of new GMC 4500 and 5500 trucks. They go through rear brake pads every 18K or so. Those units will most likely not be purchased again for that main reason. The use of Bendix Fleet Grade Brake Pads may increase pad life up to say 20% for the cost of rotor life. I hope your case is the exception and not the rule. Tommy Patrick Perry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertoslockandkey Posted February 6, 2010 Share Posted February 6, 2010 yeah just second oil change done at 12k and brake pads were at 1mm yikes warranty covered it though but geesh looks like brakes every six months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetrosA Posted February 7, 2010 Share Posted February 7, 2010 What kind of warning sound are you guys getting, screech or scrape? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whynotthinkwhynot Posted February 9, 2010 Share Posted February 9, 2010 (edited) If not covered under warranty or a maintenance agreement, then I have a suggestion. If you DIY your own brakes, purchase lifetime warranty pads, and if you search or ask there is a nationwide parts store that offers lifetime rotors as well. I ordered some for my wife's Windstar, and made a point to be sure that the manager understood that I'd be trading in these rotors with every pad change. He just smiled. The pads and rotors were are made by Wagner. 9k on a set of brakes is ridiculous. Something might be wrong, my 05 Focus wagon hadn't even worn out the brakes at 55k when I swapped to a larger brake package. I'd be curious to find out if the TC brake design is similar to the Focus- if so, I can recommend a swap. It would most likely require a larger wheel though. Edited February 9, 2010 by whynotthinkwhynot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted February 23, 2010 Author Share Posted February 23, 2010 so i changed the pads today 11,700 miles on the odometer the pad was completely gone starting to wear on the backing plate disappointing that it wore thru so quickly what sucks is that there is no squeel tab, or electronic sensor to tell you the pads are low also, i could not get the anti rattle clip back on the caliper its just impossible, so i hope it doesn't make too much noise, because i didn't put it back on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted February 23, 2010 Author Share Posted February 23, 2010 another thing i noticed was that the backing plate was different so maybe the pad manufacturer is different, and i hope these last longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TC23 Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 If not covered under warranty or a maintenance agreement, then I have a suggestion. If you DIY your own brakes, purchase lifetime warranty pads, and if you search or ask there is a nationwide parts store that offers lifetime rotors as well. I ordered some for my wife's Windstar, and made a point to be sure that the manager understood that I'd be trading in these rotors with every pad change. He just smiled. The pads and rotors were are made by Wagner. 9k on a set of brakes is ridiculous. Something might be wrong, my 05 Focus wagon hadn't even worn out the brakes at 55k when I swapped to a larger brake package. I'd be curious to find out if the TC brake design is similar to the Focus- if so, I can recommend a swap. It would most likely require a larger wheel though. I can see this happening. I switched up wheels to alloys when I bought my TC connect. I am constantly cleaning black brake dust off the front wheels after every few hundred miles of driving. I am not hard on the brakes. The front pads are of very poor quality I think. Ford should own up to and recognize this, and offer better front brake pad replacements to the owners of Transit Connect vans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isellford Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 I just passed 20K and had O-F-Rotate and Air Filter. Brakes still fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted June 20, 2010 Author Share Posted June 20, 2010 20,074 miles on mine today 2nd set of oem pads are GONE this is ridiculous i'm going to try a different brand, i just ordered hawk hps pads from tirerack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted October 3, 2010 Author Share Posted October 3, 2010 now @ 27,291 miles some 7k miles since switching to the hawk hps pads just checked the wear, and the pads look barely worn, I'm very happy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ceej Posted November 6, 2010 Share Posted November 6, 2010 I'm approaching 700 miles and re-checked tire pressure this evening. There was a great deal of brake dust on the front wheel covers. I'll be keeping a close eye on the brakes. CJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 My TC has noise was from front brakes and vibration on highway with brakes on. Service adviser from dealer suggest to bring in and check as I bought my TC 9 months ago and with mileage 24,000 Km only it should not worn out so fast. After an hour in garage the service adviser told me the front brake pads and rotors worn so bad and need new and cost me almost Can$900.00 with tax. Service adviser was surprise the pads and rotors worn out so fast. I had no choice as I need this truck everyday. Ford should provide a better quality parts and offer free upgrade to better quality as this truck is marketed as a fleet and commercial vehicle for business owners. I drove about 9 Van/trucks (GMC, Chrysler, Honda, Toyota with brakes changed at interval 45,000 to 50,000Km ) before I choose this Ford Transit Connect as it has smaller engine and room for my trade which save me on gas. But the saving on gas may not cover the brake change on every 24,000Km (or every 9 months). This may hold our plan to change our other 2 Honda Odyssey to TC. Keep your eyes on your TC brakes as it worn out so fast that even Ford Dealer service adviser feel surprise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted November 15, 2010 Author Share Posted November 15, 2010 the stock pads are what make the brakes wear out so fast, i went thru 2 sets of oem pads before changing to aftermarket hawk pads which have been wearing CONSIDERABLY better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connect owner UK Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 the stock pads are what make the brakes wear out so fast, i went thru 2 sets of oem pads before changing to aftermarket hawk pads which have been wearing CONSIDERABLY better Dan, I would be interested to know how much you Americans pay for the TC pads. Over here in the UK they vary from about £25 to £40, (cheap brands to ford parts). My TC needs some pads, and I have seen that Mintex sell matched pads and rotors for £70, thats about $113 to you guys. (Mintex is a good brand over here, supposed to be dust and squeal free) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikeeshaq Posted December 31, 2010 Share Posted December 31, 2010 If only my pads wore then i would be happy I had a 2004 Focus Wagon ran 180,000, the pads never wore out except the rotors would get gouged quite a bit, then everything got changed. I noticed the pads would disintegrate just a bit and that would cause severe gouging. Happened twice! Of course when asbestos cannot be used anymore then substitutes have to be used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncranchero Posted January 1, 2011 Share Posted January 1, 2011 Have 21K on mine and still no brake issues, except DUST! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilgewiper Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 I just changed out my 1st set of front brake pads at 44,400 miles. They were almost paper thin. Don't think I'll push it that far on my next set. We do mostly freeway driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncranchero Posted February 23, 2011 Share Posted February 23, 2011 Yep, 28K on mine and no pads yet. Plenty of dust also! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan GSR Posted March 1, 2011 Author Share Posted March 1, 2011 update 15k miles on the hawk hps pads and they are done ridiculous i just ordered the cheap pads from tire rack, two sets even if they only last 9k miles they are 3.5x cheaper than the hawks going to change out the rotors too, when i do. I'm going to remove the dust shields to get more air to the rotors maybe that will extend the pad life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zepper Posted March 8, 2011 Share Posted March 8, 2011 I got a free $100 for parts/service at San Francisco ford. Incredible promotion, you didn't have to spend over $100 to use it. It was $100 same as cash. So I got an oil change and set of motorcraft pads and was only out of pocket $15 bucks. Not too shabby. Any way I am at 16,800 miles and the dust and squealing are pretty bad so i figured the pads were about shot. Popped off the wheel to check pad wear and was surprised to see about 45% remaining compared to the new motorcraft pads. So I guess I am seeing pretty good wear, unless the pads were changed before 10k miles as I bought this van used with 10,500 miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott B Posted March 17, 2011 Share Posted March 17, 2011 With a 60/40 mix of highway/city I have 2mm left on front brakes at 29500 miles Do I need special tools to change out the pads. The rotors are fine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilgewiper Posted March 17, 2011 Share Posted March 17, 2011 Do I need special tools to change out the pads. The rotors are fine! I didn't need any special tools unless a cheesy wheel cylinder press thing is special. Suppose I could have used my giant channel locks to push that cylinder back in also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hal72940 Posted May 19, 2011 Share Posted May 19, 2011 Can anyone point me in the right direction to obtain a service manual for a 2010 TC XLT in USA? Need to change brake pads and I am not familiar with the procedure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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