PowerStop Z36-1612 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear Brake Pads for Heavy-Duty Stopping

The PowerStop Z36-1612 rear brake pad set is built for truck and SUV drivers who need controlled stopping performance with lower dust and reduced noise. This carbon-fiber ceramic formula is a direct upgrade path for rear brake service on select Ford, Lincoln, and related applications.

Compatible with rear brake applications on the 2013-2019 Ford Explorer, 2017-2019 Ford Flex, 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, 2017-2019 Lincoln MKT, and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, the Z36-1612 is designed for severe-duty use in towing, hauling, and daily driving.

Key Features

• Carbon-fiber ceramic friction material for severe-duty braking performance
• Low-dust formula helps reduce brake dust buildup on wheels
• Slotted, chamfered pad design for quieter operation and consistent contact
• Outer and inner pad thickness: 16.3 mm
• Pad wear sensor included with mechanical sensor type
• Pad shims included for added noise control
• Brake lubricant included for brake service preparation
• Mounting hardware included
• Performance-grade rear disc brake pad set

Product Line Details

Power Stop’s Z36 Truck & Tow line is aimed at heavier vehicles that see towing, hauling, or off-road use. The carbon-fiber ceramic compound is formulated to improve stopping response over stock-style pads while keeping dust and noise under control, making it a practical rear brake upgrade for Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, and Lincoln MKT or MKS rear brake service.

Detailed Description

PowerStop Z36-1612 rear disc brake pads are engineered for drivers who want a more durable brake pad compound without moving away from a ceramic-based design. The carbon-fiber ceramic friction material is paired with slotted faces, chamfered edges, shims, and a mechanical wear sensor to support quieter operation and even pad wear. This makes the set well suited for rear brake replacement on vehicles that regularly carry loads or tow trailers.

This part cross-references Wagner Brake SX1612 and Centric Parts 106.16120 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excess brake dust on rear wheels
• Brake noise during light or moderate stops
• Reduced rear braking performance under towing or hauling loads
• Worn rear pads requiring a performance-grade replacement
• Brake service jobs that need included lubricant, shims, and hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Before installation, confirm rear rotor condition, caliper movement, and sensor routing on the vehicle. These pads are listed for rear position only and are not a universal fit. For fitment-specific service, use the confirmed applications for 2013-2019 Ford Explorer rear, 2017-2019 Ford Flex rear, 2013-2019 Ford Taurus rear, 2017-2019 Lincoln MKT rear, and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS rear.

For best results, clean the caliper bracket and rotor surfaces, apply the included brake lubricant where specified, and verify proper pad seating after installation.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop manufactures the Z36 line as a performance brake pad solution for severe-duty truck and SUV use. The Z36-1612 includes the specified pad hardware, shims, lubricant, and wear sensor components listed in the product data for a complete rear brake service.