Cardone 13-2861 Brake Master Cylinder

Brake Master Cylinder for Ford and Mazda

Restore consistent brake pedal response with this Cardone Brake Master Cylinder, part number 13-2861. It is built as a new OE-style replacement with a 1.062" bore, a single plastic reservoir, and aluminum construction for dependable hydraulic performance in Ford Explorer, Ford Ranger, and Mazda B-Series applications.

Key Features

• Cardone Brake Master Cylinder, part number 13-2861
• 1.062" bore diameter for the listed brake system applications
• Aluminum master cylinder body with gray finish
• Single plastic reservoir included
• Three ports: primary M10 x 1.0, secondary M18 x 1.0, other port M10 x 1.0
• Two mounting holes for direct replacement fitment
• New OE-quality seals and cups for OE-level performance and reliability
• Bores are micro-finished to help reduce pitting and corrosion
• Plastic reservoir is vacuum-tested for leak-free operation
• Seals are temperature-cycled from -30 F to +220 F

Product Details

Cardone’s Brake Master Cylinder line is engineered to match original equipment performance using new OE-quality seals, cups, and carefully controlled bore finishing. This approach helps maintain hydraulic consistency and pedal feel in daily driving conditions. The protective coating on the casting adds corrosion resistance, while the tested reservoir and temperature-cycled rubber components support long-term reliability in brake systems that demand stable fluid pressure.

This part number 13-2861 is a direct-fit brake master cylinder for select Ford Explorer, Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer Sport, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mazda B2300/B2500/B3000/B4000 applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Low or spongy brake pedal caused by master cylinder internal bypass
• Brake fluid leakage from the master cylinder or reservoir area
• Uneven hydraulic pressure affecting braking response
• Pedal fade after repeated braking due to worn internal seals
• Corrosion-related master cylinder bore wear

Installation Notes

Fits 1998-2000 Ford Explorer, N/A; 1998-1999 Ford F-100 Ranger, N/A; 2000 Ford F-100 Ranger, N/A; 1998-1999 Ford Ranger, N/A; 2000 Ford Ranger, N/A; 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport, N/A; 2001-2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A; 2001 Mazda B2300, N/A; 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, N/A; 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, N/A; and 1998-2001 Mazda B4000, N/A. Fitment notes include without cruise control on several applications, plus Mexico-built and USA-built notes where listed.

Bench bleed the master cylinder before installation and use only the brake fluid specified by the original equipment manufacturer. Always start with fresh fluid from a sealed container. If the vehicle uses a step-bore master cylinder, depress the piston slowly and allow time between strokes rather than pumping the piston.

Quality Assurance

Cardone manufactures this new master cylinder to OE performance targets using tested seals, cups, and reservoir components. The bore finish, coating, and temperature-cycled rubber parts are selected to support consistent operation and durability in the brake hydraulic system.