PowerStop Z23-576 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Front Z23 Brake Pads for Daily Driving

PowerStop Z23-576 front disc brake pads are built for drivers who want cleaner wheels, quieter braking, and stronger pedal response than stock pads. This Power Stop Z23 Daily Driver Carbon-Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads with Hardware Kit is a front brake pad set for select Mercury Villager and Nissan Quest applications.

The Z23 Evolution Sport line focuses on low-dust ceramic braking with carbon-fiber reinforcement for added stopping performance while keeping everyday drivability in mind. For Mercury Villager and Nissan Quest front brake service, Z23-576 gives you a direct-fit pad set with the friction materials and service components needed for a complete front brake refresh.

Key Features

• Carbon-fiber ceramic friction material for performance-oriented daily driving
• Low-dust formula helps reduce brake dust buildup on wheels
• Engineered to reduce brake noise
• Slotted design with chamfered edges
• Pad shims included
• Brake lubricant included
• Mechanical pad wear sensor included
• Performance grade front disc brake pad set
• Outer and inner pad friction material thickness: 15.2 mm

Product Line Details

The Power Stop Z23 Evolution Sport line is aimed at street-driven vehicles that need improved braking feel without giving up everyday comfort. The carbon-fiber ceramic friction blend is selected to balance stopping performance, dust control, and quiet operation for routine commuting and stop-and-go use.

Detailed Description

PowerStop Z23-576 is a front brake pad set for 1993-2002 Mercury Villager and 1993-2002 Nissan Quest models. It uses a carbon-fiber ceramic friction compound, slotted faces, chamfered edges, and included shims to support quieter operation and consistent pedal feel. The included mechanical wear sensor helps maintain service awareness, while the supplied brake lubricant supports proper pad contact during installation. This part cross-references Ford OE-style numbers such as F3XY2001A and FX5Z2001AA for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive brake dust on front wheels
• Brake squeal or noise during everyday driving
• Reduced stopping response from worn front pads
• Uneven pad wear on front brake service
• Need for a direct-fit front brake pad replacement on Mercury Villager or Nissan Quest

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1993-2002 Mercury Villager, front. Fits 1993-2002 Nissan Quest, front. Confirm rotor condition, caliper hardware condition, and pad fitment before assembly. Clean the caliper bracket contact points, apply the supplied brake lubricant where specified, and follow the vehicle service procedure for bedding-in new pads after installation. Part number Z23-576 should be verified against the existing brake system before purchase.

Quality Assurance

Power Stop designs the Z23 Evolution Sport line as an upgrade over stock brake pads for daily-driven vehicles, with a focus on low dust, reduced noise, and consistent street use performance. Part number Z23-576 is built for front brake service on the listed Mercury Villager and Nissan Quest applications.