Akebono ACT652 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Brake Pads

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad, part number ACT652, is a front disc brake pad set built for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications. It uses Akebono’s ceramic brake technology and NVH-focused friction development to support quiet, controlled braking in everyday driving.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for consistent front brake performance
• Fits 1995-2002 Ford Ranger, front
• Fits 1995-2002 Ford Explorer, front
• Fits 2001 Ford Explorer, front
• Fits 2001-2002 Mazda B2300, front
• Fits 1995-2002 Mazda B4000, front
• Fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mountaineer, front
• OE ceramic material focus for refined braking feel
• Stainless hardware noted in fitment data for correct disc brake pad installation on listed applications

Product Details

Akebono ACT652 is part of the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line, a product family developed around ceramic friction materials and noise, vibration, and harshness control. Akebono has long supplied OE brake technology and applies that experience to replacement pads for vehicles such as the Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer. This front disc brake pad set is a direct-fit option for drivers replacing worn pads on listed applications and looking for a ceramic brake pad solution from an OE-focused brand.

This part cross-references Bosch BC652 and Wagner Brake MX652 for the same application.

Common Brake Issues It Can Address

• Squealing or brake noise from worn front pads
• Reduced stopping response caused by pad wear
• Uneven brake feel during routine street driving
• Brake dust buildup associated with aging friction material
• Vibration or harshness from deteriorated pad surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

• Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and front axle application before ordering.
• Inspect rotors, calipers, and slide hardware during pad replacement.
• Follow the vehicle service manual for pad bedding and torque specifications.
• Use the listed fitment notes for application-specific installation details, including stainless hardware references where shown.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is recognized for ceramic brake technology and maintains technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France. The ProACT line reflects that engineering focus with attention to friction consistency and NVH control.