{"product_id":"r1-concepts-2551-0473-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","title":"R1 Concepts 2551-0473-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Front Brake Pads for Select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads are a front disc brake pad set for select compact cars, including the Ford Escort, Mercury Tracer, Mazda Protege, and Mazda MX-3. Part number 2551-0473-00 is built for direct-fit front brake service on listed applications, with fitment that includes specific caliper casting and rear-disc notes where noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront disc brake pad set for select 1990-2003 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Ford Escort front brake service on listed model years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Mercury Tracer front brake service on listed model years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Mazda Protege front brake service on listed model years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Mazda MX-3 front brake service on listed model years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 2551-0473-00 for catalog and fitment lookup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style replacement brake pads for everyday street use. This pad set is cataloged for front axle applications on the Ford Escort, Mercury Tracer, Mazda Protege, and Mazda MX-3, with fitment notes that should be checked against the vehicle’s caliper casting number or rear-disc configuration where listed. If you are searching for front brake pads for a 1997-2003 Ford Escort, 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer, or 1992-1995 Mazda MX-3, part number 2551-0473-00 matches the specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-2003 Ford Escort, front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer, front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-1998 Mazda Protege, front; front caliper casting number 22-14.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1996 Ford Escort, front; front caliper casting number 22-14.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1996 Mazda Protege, front; rear disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, front; front caliper casting number 22-14.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1995 Mazda MX-3, front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Brake Issues Addressed\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn front brake pads that reduce stopping performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise from pads at the end of service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven pad wear on listed front brake applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake pedal feel changes caused by thin friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine front brake maintenance on older compact cars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, make, model, and front brake configuration before ordering. Check the caliper casting number 22-14 where listed, and confirm rear-disc notes on the 1990-1996 Mazda Protege application. Part number 2551-0473-00 should be matched to the exact fitment row for the vehicle being serviced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts catalogs this pad set under the R1 Optimum OE Pads line for OE-style replacement use on the listed vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R1 Concepts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52442866385077,"sku":"FLPM-2551-0473-00","price":35.58,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_2551047300_Fro.jpg?v=1777890468","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/r1-concepts-2551-0473-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}