Akebono ACT702 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front or Rear

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT702

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT702 is a disc brake pad set built for specific Ford, Lincoln, and related applications. It is a ceramic brake pad option for drivers who want consistent braking performance with reduced noise-focused friction technology.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation from Akebono
• Fits front and rear applications depending on vehicle configuration
• Stainless hardware is noted in select rear and front fitments
• OE-focused brake technology from Akebono, a long-time ceramic brake developer
• Cross-reference example: Bosch BC702

Product Details

Akebono ACT702 is part of the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line, a product family centered on ceramic friction materials and NVH control. Akebono has extensive OE brake development experience and technical research operations in Japan, the United States, and France. This part number is used across multiple Ford E-Series, F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator brake applications, including rear brake pad service for 1999-2007 Ford E-250 and E-350 models and front brake pad service for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, and 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator.

Compatible With 1999-2003 Ford F-150, front; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, front; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, front; 2003-2007 Ford E-250, rear; and other listed Ford E-Series and F-150 Heritage applications. The ACT702 part number also appears in interchange listings with several aftermarket brake pad references for the same application.

Common Brake Issues This Part Addresses

• Brake noise during everyday stopping
• Uneven pad wear on listed Ford front or rear brake applications
• Brake vibration concerns tied to pad friction characteristics
• Service replacement needs for worn disc brake pads
• Fitment-specific brake service on E-Series, F-150, Expedition, and Navigator models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify axle position and trim details before ordering, since ACT702 fits both front and rear applications depending on vehicle.
• Match the vehicle exactly to the listed year, make, model, and position.
• Inspect rotors, calipers, and mounting surfaces during brake service.
• Follow the vehicle service manual for pad bedding and torque procedures.
• Use the listed stainless hardware only where the fitment notes specify it.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is recognized for ceramic brake technology development and OE brake supply experience, with engineering and manufacturing support across multiple regions. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line reflects that focus on friction material development and NVH control.