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Dynamite Friction 375-54012 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder - Rear Left
Brake Wheel Cylinder for Tempo, Topaz, Escort, and Lynx
The Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder, part number 375-54012, is a drum brake wheel cylinder for rear left applications. It is listed for select Ford and Mercury compact cars, including Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz fitments.
Key Features
- Drum brake wheel cylinder for rear left position
- Fits 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, rear left
- Fits 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz, rear left
- Fits 1983-1985 Ford Escort, rear left, from 2/83 to 2/85
- Fits 1984 Mercury Lynx, rear left, to 9/83
- DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder line from Dynamite Friction
- Part number 375-54012 for application matching
Detailed Description
Use the Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder 375-54012 when servicing rear drum brake hydraulics on supported Ford and Mercury vehicles. This wheel cylinder is cataloged for rear left use on Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz models from 1984-1994, plus specific Ford Escort and Mercury Lynx applications with the listed production-date notes. If you are replacing a leaking or worn rear wheel cylinder on a Tempo, Topaz, Escort, or Lynx, this part number helps narrow the match to the correct drum brake location.
The DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder product line is positioned within Dynamite Friction’s brake hydraulics range for direct-fit service work. Part number 375-54012 is the reference to verify against your existing cylinder and vehicle build date before ordering.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing a leaking rear wheel cylinder
- Restoring rear drum brake hydraulic pressure
- Addressing soft or uneven rear brake response
- Correcting brake fluid seepage at the drum brake assembly
- Servicing rear left brake hardware on listed Ford and Mercury models
Installation Notes
Confirm the rear left position and match the vehicle build date for Escort and Lynx applications before installation. Inspect the brake shoes, drums, and hydraulic lines during service, and bleed the brake system after replacement. Verify the part number 375-54012 against the removed component and vehicle fitment data.
Quality Assurance
Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder 375-54012 is cataloged for specific OE-style fitment coverage on supported Ford and Mercury drum brake applications.
This part fits 26 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1994 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1993 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1993 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1992 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1992 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1991 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1991 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1990 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1990 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1989 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1989 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1988 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1988 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1987 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1987 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1986 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1986 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1985 | Ford | Escort | Wagon | Rear Left | From 2/83; To 2/85; DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder |
| 1985 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1985 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1984 | Ford | Escort | Wagon | Rear Left | From 2/83; To 2/85; DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder |
| 1984 | Ford | Tempo | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1984 | Mercury | Lynx | Wagon | Rear Left | To 9/83; DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder |
| 1984 | Mercury | Topaz | Rear Left | DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder | |
| 1983 | Ford | Escort | Wagon | Rear Left | From 2/83; To 2/85; DFC Brake Wheel Cylinder |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.