Dynamic Friction 331-54178 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Right

Front Right Disc Brake Caliper for Escape, Mariner, Tribute

The Dynamic Friction DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated, part number 331-54178, is a front right disc brake caliper for select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications. It is built for direct replacement use on vehicles with the listed fitments, including Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute models.

Key Features

• Front right disc brake caliper for brake hydraulic service
• Silver zinc coated finish for added corrosion resistance
• DFC Premium Caliper product line
• Direct fit for select 2001-2007 Ford Escape applications
• Direct fit for select 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner applications
• Direct fit for select 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute applications
• Part number 331-54178 for accurate ordering and replacement

Detailed Description

Dynamic Friction 331-54178 is a DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated disc brake caliper made for the front right position. This caliper is listed for 2001-2007 Ford Escape, 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, and 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute applications, with one Ford Escape fitment note specifying vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes. The silver zinc coated finish supports long-term service in brake system environments where corrosion resistance matters.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Uneven braking at the front right wheel
• Brake drag caused by a sticking caliper
• Brake fluid leakage at the caliper assembly
• Poor pad contact from a worn hydraulic caliper
• Corrosion-related caliper service issues

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front right position before installation. Confirm the Ford Escape configuration note for vehicles equipped with rear disc brakes when matching this part. Inspect brake pads, rotors, hoses, and fluid condition during caliper replacement to complete the repair correctly. Bleed the brake system after installation according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

DFC Premium Caliper parts are identified by application-specific fitment and a coated finish intended for brake system service. Part number 331-54178 helps ensure the correct front right caliper is selected for the listed Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute vehicles.