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Centric 103.04730 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
Reliable Ceramic Disc Brake Pads for Ford, Mazda, and Mercury
The Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set 103.04730 offers a durable and quiet braking solution designed specifically for select Ford Escort, Mazda MX-3, Mazda Protege, and Mercury Tracer models. Engineered with ceramic friction material and integrated wear sensors, these pads provide consistent performance and safety.
Key Features of Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pads
- Ceramic friction material for reduced noise and dust
- Includes pad wear sensor for timely maintenance alerts
- Pad shims included to minimize vibration and noise
- Integrally molded friction material attachment for durability
- Set includes 4 pads, prepared for pad wear sensor installation
Detailed Product Description
The Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets are designed to meet the braking demands of Ford Escort, Mazda MX-3, Mazda Protege, and Mercury Tracer vehicles. The ceramic friction material composition ensures quieter braking and less brake dust compared to traditional semi-metallic pads. Each pad is integrally molded to the backing plate, enhancing structural integrity and wear resistance. This set includes four pads, with two pads equipped with one wear sensor to provide early warning of pad wear, helping maintain optimal braking performance. Pad shims are included to reduce noise and vibration during braking. Note that mounting hardware is not included but can be sourced separately if needed.
Compatible Vehicles and Common Applications
- Replacement for worn or damaged disc brake pads on Ford Escort models
- Upgrading braking components on Mazda MX-3 and Protege vehicles
- Maintaining safe braking performance on Mercury Tracer cars
- Addressing brake noise and vibration issues
- Ensuring reliable stopping power with integrated wear sensor alerts
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the Centric C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Set 103.04730, ensure the vehicle is securely lifted and the brake system is depressurized. Since mounting hardware is not included, inspect existing hardware for wear and replace if necessary. Properly connect the pad wear sensor to the vehicle’s monitoring system to enable accurate wear alerts. Use the included pad shims to reduce noise and vibration. Follow manufacturer torque specifications for caliper bolts and test the brake system after installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty Information
Centric provides quality-tested brake components designed to meet or exceed OEM standards. The C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets undergo rigorous testing for performance and durability. This product includes a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. For specific warranty details, refer to Centric’s official documentation.
| Brand | Centric |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 103.04730 |
| Position | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets, Front |
| Friction Material Attachment | Integrally Molded |
| Friction Material Composition | Ceramic |
| Hardware Kit Number [cntrc] | 117.45009 |
| Inner Pad Height | 2.795 |
| Inner Pad Height | 71.000 |
| Inner Pad Overall Thickness | 0.591 |
| Inner Pad Overall Thickness | 15.000 |
| Inner Pad Width | 3.610 |
| Inner Pad Width | 91.700 |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Notes01 [cntrc] | 2 Pads with 1 Wear Sensor |
| Outer Pad Height | 2.795 |
| Outer Pad Height | 71.000 |
| Outer Pad Overall Thickness | 0.591 |
| Outer Pad Overall Thickness | 15.000 |
| Outer Pad Width | 3.610 |
| Outer Pad Width | 91.700 |
| Pad Quantity | 4 |
| Pad Shims Included | Yes |
| Pad Wear Sensor Included | Yes |
| Prepared For Pad Wear Sensor | Yes |
| Weight [cntrc] kgs | 1.33 |
| Weight [cntrc] lbs | 2.93 |
This part fits 46 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 2002 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 2001 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 2000 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1999 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1999 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1998 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1998 | Mazda | Protege | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1998 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1997 | Ford | Escort | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1997 | Mazda | Protege | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Tracer | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1996 | Ford | Escort | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1996 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1996 | Mazda | MX-3 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1996 | Mazda | Protege | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1996 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1996 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1995 | Ford | Escort | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1995 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1995 | Mazda | MX-3 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1995 | Mazda | Protege | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1995 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1995 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1994 | Ford | Escort | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1994 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1994 | Mazda | MX-3 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1994 | Mazda | Protege | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1994 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1994 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1993 | Ford | Escort | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1993 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1993 | Mazda | MX-3 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1993 | Mazda | Protege | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1993 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.9L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1993 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1992 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1992 | Mazda | MX-3 | Front | C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1992 | Mazda | Protege | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |||
| 1992 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1991 | Ford | Escort | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1991 | Mazda | Protege | FWD | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | ||
| 1991 | Mazda | Protege | 4WD | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | ||
| 1991 | Mercury | Tracer | 1.8L | L4 | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | |
| 1990 | Mazda | Protege | FWD | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets | ||
| 1990 | Mazda | Protege | 4WD | Front | Caliper cast# 22-14; C-TEK Ceramic Disc Brake Pad Sets |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
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