{"product_id":"r1-concepts-2551-0257-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","title":"R1 Concepts 2551-0257-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Brake Pads for Ford Tempo and Escort\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2551-0257-00 are front disc brake pads for select Ford and Mercury compact cars. This pad set is built for drivers looking for an OE-style replacement for front brake service on the Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, Ford Escort, Mercury Lynx, and Mercury LN7.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisc brake pad set for the front position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE-style replacement from R1 Concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand line: R1 Optimum OE Pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1983-1990 Ford Escort, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1983-1987 Mercury Lynx, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 1983 Mercury LN7, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 2551-0257-00 for application matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on direct-fit brake pad replacement for everyday street use. This front disc brake pad set, part number 2551-0257-00, is cataloged for multiple Ford and Mercury front brake applications across the 1983-1994 model years. If you are searching for front brake pads for a Ford Tempo, Mercury Topaz, or Ford Escort, this part number provides a fitment-specific option for those vehicles.\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 Addressed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn front brake pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquealing or noisy braking from pad wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stopping performance from thin friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven front brake service intervals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake maintenance on older Ford and Mercury compact cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front axle fitment before ordering and match the part number 2551-0257-00 to your vehicle application. Inspect rotors, calipers, and pad hardware condition during brake service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedure for pad replacement and bedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts supplies OE-style brake components under the R1 Optimum OE Pads line for application-specific replacement. Confirm fitment against the listed year, make, model, and front position before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R1 Concepts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52442861043893,"sku":"FLPM-2551-0257-00","price":41.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_2551025700_Fro.jpg?v=1777889938","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/r1-concepts-2551-0257-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}