Carlson H7286 Drum Brake Hardware Kit - Rear

Carlson H7286 Drum Brake Hardware Kit

Carlson H7286 is a rear drum brake hardware kit for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications. It is built to support brake system restoration with the service components commonly needed to refresh drum brake operation on these vehicles.

Key Features

• Drum brake hardware kit for rear brake service
• Includes a mix of brake service components such as anti-rattle clips, seals, pins, dust boots, shoe return springs, hold down springs, and adjuster assemblies
• Fits 1986-1991 Ford Taurus, rear, with 240 x 45mm brakes; 567
• Fits 1986-1991 Ford Taurus, rear, with 225 x 38mm brakes; 566
• Fits 1986-1991 Mercury Sable, rear, 240 x 45mm; 567
• Fits 1986-1991 Mercury Sable, rear, 225 x 38mm; 566
• Fits 1992 Ford Taurus, rear, early, with 240 x 45mm brakes; 567
• Fits 1992 Ford Taurus, rear, early, with 225 x 38mm brakes; 566
• Fits 1992 Mercury Sable, rear, early, 240 x 45mm; 567
• Fits 1992 Mercury Sable, rear, early, 225 x 38mm; 566

Product Details

Carlson H7286 is a rear drum brake hardware kit for Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models equipped with the listed brake sizes. The kit groups together the service hardware used in drum brake restoration, including spring, pin, clip, seal, boot, and adjuster-related components that help maintain consistent brake shoe operation and proper drum brake function. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Brake Service Issues

• Rear drum brakes that make noise from worn or loose hardware
• Uneven shoe return or inconsistent brake feel
• Corrosion or fatigue in springs, pins, clips, or adjuster parts
• Brake service on 1986-1992 Ford Taurus rear drum setups
• Brake service on 1986-1992 Mercury Sable rear drum setups

Installation Notes

Verify rear brake size and early/standard application details before ordering. Match the vehicle’s brake configuration to the listed fitment for 1986-1992 Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models. During service, inspect the drum, shoes, wheel cylinders, and adjuster mechanism so the new hardware is installed on a clean, properly inspected brake assembly.

Quality Assurance

Carlson brake service hardware is manufactured for direct-fit brake maintenance on the specified applications. Part number H7286 is cataloged for the listed Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable rear drum brake configurations.