Akebono ACT1158 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1158

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1158 is a front disc brake pad set for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It uses OE-ceramic pad material and is built for drivers who want consistent braking performance with reduced noise and smooth pedal feel.

Fits 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, front; Fits 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, front; Fits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front; Fits 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front.

ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad Line

Akebono’s ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line focuses on ceramic friction technology developed from the brand’s OE brake expertise. For applications like the Ford Taurus front brake pads and Ford Explorer front brake pads, this line emphasizes controlled friction behavior and NVH management for everyday street use.

Key Features

• OE-ceramic pad material for front disc brake applications
• Fits select Ford Taurus, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer models
• Premium stainless hardware included where noted in fitment data
• Compatible with SHO performance brakes on 2010-2012 Ford Taurus front applications
• Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1158 for direct replacement use

Detailed Description

The ACT1158 is an Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad set engineered for front axle service on specific Ford and Mercury vehicles. Akebono is known for ceramic brake technology and OE brake development, with technical centers in Japan, the United States, and France supporting friction material research and NVH control. This part cross-references Bosch BC1158 for the same application.

Common Brake Issues It Can Address

• Front brake noise during normal stop-and-go driving
• Uneven or inconsistent brake pedal response
• Worn front pads on Ford Taurus, Ford Explorer, or Mercury Mountaineer models
• Brake vibration concerns related to friction material wear
• Loss of braking smoothness from aged OE-style ceramic pads

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle is one of the listed front applications for ACT1158, including 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, or 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer. Follow factory service procedures and bed in the pads according to Akebono brake break-in guidance.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established supplier of advanced brake technology and ceramic friction materials, with OE experience across a wide range of vehicle platforms. The ACT1158 reflects that engineering background in a front disc brake pad set for the listed applications.