Dynamic Friction 331-56017 Disc Brake Caliper - Front Left

DFC Premium Caliper for Front Left Brake Service

The Dynamic Friction DFC Premium Caliper, part number 331-56017, is a front left disc brake caliper for select Ford and Mercury applications. It is listed for 1995-2000 Ford Contour, 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, and 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar front left fitments, including Cougar models with a 260mm front disc through 8/14/00.

Key Features

• Disc brake caliper for front left position
• DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated finish
• Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour, front left
• Fits 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, front left
• Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front left, 260mm front disc; to 8/14/00
• Part number 331-56017 for application matching and catalog lookup

Product Details

Built for brake hydraulic replacement service, this Dynamic Friction disc brake caliper is specified for the front left side on the Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar. The DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated product line identifies the finish and premium replacement format, making 331-56017 a direct reference for buyers searching by vehicle, position, and brake configuration. If you are sourcing a front left caliper for a 1995-2000 Ford Contour or 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, or a 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar with a 260mm front disc through 8/14/00, this part number is the fitment match to review.

Common Brake Issues This Part Addresses

• Uneven braking from a sticking front left caliper
• Brake drag caused by caliper piston or slide wear
• Poor pedal response related to caliper hydraulic leakage
• Brake pull during stops on the affected side
• Corrosion-related caliper service on older Ford and Mercury vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front left position before ordering. For the Mercury Cougar, confirm the 260mm front disc specification and the build date note through 8/14/00. Inspect brake pads, hoses, and rotor condition during caliper replacement, and bleed the hydraulic system after installation according to factory service procedures. Part number 331-56017 is also a useful search reference when comparing catalog listings for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Dynamic Friction identifies this as a DFC Premium Caliper - Silver Zinc Coated replacement part for brake hydraulic service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.