{"product_id":"cardone-18-4857-disc-brake-caliper-front-left","title":"Cardone 18-4857 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRemanufactured Front Left Brake Caliper\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCardone 18-4857 is a remanufactured unloaded disc brake caliper for select 2003 Ford Expedition and 2003 Lincoln Navigator front left applications. Built for OE-style fitment, it arrives with a gray oil-emulsion finish and a steel piston design for dependable braking service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Cardone Unloaded Caliper line focuses on complete, ready-to-install caliper assemblies with new premium components, pressure testing, and application-specific hardware details. Part number 18-4857 is a direct replacement for the original front left caliper on the listed vehicles before 07\/15\/2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003 Ford Expedition, front left, before 07\/15\/2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003 Lincoln Navigator, front left, before 07\/15\/2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemanufactured unloaded disc brake caliper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel piston construction with 2 pistons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray caliper color with oil emulsion finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew bleeder screws, seals, and hardware kit included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic cap plugs protect brake port threads during installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew high-temperature EPDM rubber seals for extended service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCardone 18-4857 is remanufactured to OE standards and pressure-tested for consistent brake performance. It is built with brand-new premium components, including durable pistons, new seals, and service hardware, to restore proper hydraulic operation on the front left brake corner of the vehicle. This part cross-references Ford and Lincoln OE number 2L1Z2B121BA for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor 2003 Ford Expedition and 2003 Lincoln Navigator front left brake service, this unloaded caliper is supplied without pads and is listed without a mounting bracket for the specified application. The remanufactured finish is treated with a rust inhibitor to help preserve the original equipment appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaking brake fluid at the caliper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven braking or brake pull during stops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSticking or seized front left caliper piston\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake drag caused by worn internal seals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow brake pedal concerns tied to caliper hydraulic issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle build date before ordering: this part fits 2003 Ford Expedition and 2003 Lincoln Navigator front left applications before 07\/15\/2002. Use the brake fluid specified by the original equipment manufacturer, and replace fluid from a sealed container only. Floating caliper mounting pins use silicone grease, and the system should be bled carefully after installation to remove air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause this is an unloaded caliper, pads are not included. Confirm piston material, caliper side, and bracket requirements against the vehicle before installation to ensure the correct repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Cardone remanufactured caliper is pressure-tested and assembled with new premium components to meet rigorous performance standards. The remanufacturing process also reduces energy and raw material use compared with producing a new part.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cardone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52484104945845,"sku":"CPCX-18-4857","price":58.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/A1_184857_Fro.jpg?v=1777981366","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/cardone-18-4857-disc-brake-caliper-front-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}