Cardone 18-4196 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Right

Front Right Brake Caliper for Ford and Mazda

Cardone Unloaded Caliper 18-4196 is a remanufactured front right disc brake caliper built for select Ford and Mazda applications. It is pressure-tested for consistent brake performance and finished with new premium components for dependable service on the road.

The Cardone Unloaded Caliper line focuses on OE-style fit and straightforward replacement. For this part, the caliper arrives with a hardware kit, a steel piston, and a gray finish with oil emulsion protection to help support long-term durability.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Original Equipment-style disc brake caliper
• Fits front right brake positions on select Ford Aerostar, Explorer, Ranger, Bronco II, and Mazda B-Series/Navajo applications
• Steel piston with 2.598 in. (65.9892 mm) piston size
• 100% pressure-tested for consistent brake operation
• New high-temperature EPDM rubber seals for extended life
• New bleeder screws, stainless steel hardware clips, and mounting pins where applicable
• Plastic cap plugs protect brake port threads during installation
• Rust-inhibiting finish in gray with oil emulsion coating
• Package contents: caliper and hardware kit

Detailed Description

Cardone 18-4196 is a remanufactured disc brake caliper for the front right side on 1983-1997 Ford and Mazda trucks and SUVs listed in the fitment data. It is built to OE specifications for proper vehicle fit and uses brand-new internal components to restore braking function without replacing the entire brake assembly. This part cross-references Ford E4TZ2B120A for the same application.

Compatible With 1988-1997 Ford Aerostar, front right; 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, front right; 1988-1994 Ford Ranger, front right; 1983-1985 Ford Ranger, front right; 1988-1990 Ford Bronco II, front right; 1984-1985 Ford Bronco II, front right; 1994 Mazda B2300, front right; 1994 Mazda B3000, front right; 1994 Mazda B4000, front right; and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, front right. Additional 1987 applications are listed with phenolic piston notes in the fitment data.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Brake drag or uneven pad wear at the front right wheel
• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper body or seals
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by caliper wear
• Poor braking response from a sticking piston or slide-related issue
• Corrosion-related caliper performance loss on older Ford and Mazda vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Use the brake fluid specified by the vehicle manufacturer and replace fluid from a sealed container. For floating caliper mounting pins, silicone grease is used. Bleed the brake system thoroughly after installation and inspect hoses, pads, and rear brake adjustment if pedal feel remains low. The fitment notes should be checked carefully for 1987 vehicles that specify phenolic piston applications.

Quality Assurance

Each Cardone remanufactured caliper is pressure-tested and assembled with new premium components to support reliable braking performance. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part.