{"product_id":"dynamite-friction-4502-54225-disc-brake-kit-front","title":"Dynamite Friction 4502-54225 Disc Brake Kit - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Brake Kit for Taurus, Sable, Thunderbird, Cougar\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDFC Friction part 4502-54225 is a front disc brake kit built with GEOSPEC coated rotors and 5000 Advanced brake pads. It is engineered for OE-style service on select Ford and Mercury applications, including 2001-2007 Ford Taurus front and 2001-2005 Mercury Sable front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete front brake kit with rotors and pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-processed rotors ship ready to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-directional rotor finish for even pad bed-in and smoother braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG3000\/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-spec durability and stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5000 Advanced pads are post-cured, scorched, and fitted with premium rubber-steel-rubber shims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 4502-54225 for front brake service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is designed as a service kit for drivers who want matched rotor and pad components in one package. The coated rotors resist rust better than conventional paint or zinc-style finishes, while the pad formulation is built for stable friction performance and reduced noise, vibration, and harshness. This kit is also listed for 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird front with 294mm rotors and 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar front with Sport Package, making part number 4502-54225 a fitment-specific option for several front axle applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Brake Issues This Kit Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise caused by aged pads or poor pad-to-rotor contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger stopping distances from worn friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven braking feel during daily driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, front; 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, front; 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, front; and 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar, front with Sport Package. Verify rotor diameter and front axle configuration before installation, especially on the Thunderbird 294mm rotor application and the Cougar Sport Package listing. The rotors are shipped dry and ready to install, which helps reduce prep time during brake service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach rotor is machined to tight tolerances, finished with a non-directional surface, and inspected for balance and critical dimensions to meet OE specifications. DFC states that every rotor includes a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Part number 4502-54225 is built for front brake service on select Ford and Mercury vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynamite Friction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52460021579957,"sku":"HBHR-4502-54225","price":161.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_450254225_Fro.jpg?v=1777937042","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dynamite-friction-4502-54225-disc-brake-kit-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}