Akebono ACT833 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT833

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT833 is an OEM-spec replacement disc brake pad set for front brake service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology and NVH-focused friction development for consistent braking performance and controlled noise.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for front disc brake applications
• OEM-spec replacement for select Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer models
• Developed by Akebono, a long-standing supplier of advanced brake friction materials
• Focus on noise, vibration, and harshness control for smoother brake operation
• Cross-reference part numbers include Bosch BC833 and PowerStop 17-833 for the same application

Product Details

Akebono ACT833 is a front disc brake pad set engineered for drivers looking for an OE-style ceramic replacement on the Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Mazda B2300, Mazda B3000, Mazda B4000, and Mercury Mountaineer. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is positioned for everyday street use, with friction material development centered on braking feel and reduced NVH characteristics. This part number, ACT833, is listed across multiple interchange references for the same front brake applications.

Compatible With 2003-2011 Ford Ranger, front; 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, front; 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front; 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, front; 2003-2009 Mazda B2300, front; 2003-2007 Mazda B3000, front; 2003-2009 Mazda B4000, front; 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, front.

Common Brake Issues This Pad Set Addresses

• Front brake noise during normal stopping
• Uneven or inconsistent brake pedal feel from worn pads
• Reduced braking performance caused by pad wear
• Brake vibration associated with aged friction material
• Need for an OE-style ceramic replacement on listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Clean the brake hardware contact points and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedure for bedding-in new pads after installation. Confirm front axle application and match the part number ACT833 to the exact vehicle year and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is known for ceramic brake technology development and supplies friction products through technical centers in Japan, the United States, and France. The ProACT line reflects that engineering background with an emphasis on OE-style fitment and NVH control for front brake service.