{"product_id":"centric-103-04660-disc-brake-pad-set","title":"Centric 103.04660 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview of Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set 103.04660 offers reliable braking performance for select Ford, Kia, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. Designed with ceramic friction material and integrated wear sensors, this disc brake pad set is engineered to meet the demands of models like the Ford Escort, Kia Rio, Mazda Protege, and Mercury Tracer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic friction material for consistent braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes pad wear sensor for timely maintenance alerts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePad shims included to reduce noise and vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepared for pad wear sensor installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet includes 4 disc brake pads (2 outer, 2 inner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Features and Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets line focuses on delivering durable and quiet braking solutions through the use of ceramic friction material that is integrally molded to the backing plate. This design enhances pad longevity and performance consistency. The 103.04660 part number includes four pads with two outer and two inner pads, each measuring approximately 2.520 inches (64 mm) in height, 3.606 inches (91.6 mm) in width, and 0.591 inches (15 mm) in overall thickness. The set comes with pad shims to minimize noise and vibration during braking. Additionally, two of the pads are equipped with one integrated wear sensor, allowing for early detection of pad wear and timely replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Vehicles and Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis disc brake pad set is compatible with a range of vehicles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord models: Escort, Aspire, Tracer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKia model: Rio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMazda model: Protege\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury model: Tracer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese pads are designed to meet the specific braking requirements of these vehicles, ensuring proper fitment and reliable stopping power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues Addressed by This Brake Pad Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake pad wear and the need for timely replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise and vibration reduction through included shims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintaining consistent braking performance with ceramic material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsuring safety with integrated pad wear sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility with specific Ford, Kia, Mazda, and Mercury models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen installing the Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set 103.04660, note that mounting hardware is not included and should be sourced separately if needed. The pads come prepared for wear sensor installation, so ensure proper connection of the sensor to the vehicle’s monitoring system. Use the included pad shims to reduce noise and vibration. Verify pad orientation by matching inner and outer pad dimensions to the vehicle’s brake caliper specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance and Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentric provides quality assurance through precise manufacturing standards and material selection. The C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets are engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications for the listed vehicle applications. While specific warranty details are not provided here, Centric typically offers limited warranties covering defects in materials and workmanship. Refer to Centric’s official documentation for exact warranty terms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Centric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44547229745333,"sku":"BKNJ-103.04660","price":20.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/CE_10304660_Fro.jpg?v=1775062262","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/centric-103-04660-disc-brake-pad-set","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}