R1 Concepts 2551-0545-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear OE-Style Brake Pads for Ford and Lincoln

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads are a rear disc brake pad set built for direct replacement on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. This part number, 2551-0545-00, is listed for rear brake service on vehicles such as the Ford Mustang, Ford Taurus, Ford Thunderbird, Lincoln Continental, Lincoln Mark VII, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Sable.

Key Features

• Disc brake pad set for rear axle service
• R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
• Direct-fit replacement for select rear disc brake applications
• Application-specific fitment for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models
• Part number 2551-0545-00 for catalog matching and ordering

Fitment Details

• Fits 1993 Ford Mustang, rear.
• Fits 1991-1992 Ford Taurus, rear, from 2/91.
• Fits 1987-1992 Ford Thunderbird, rear, rear disc.
• Fits 1988-1992 Lincoln Continental, rear.
• Fits 1991-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, rear.
• Fits 1987-1992 Mercury Cougar, rear, rear disc.
• Fits 1992 Mercury Sable, rear, steel piston calipers.
• Fits 1990 Mercury Sable, rear, steel piston calipers.
• Fits 1991 Mercury Sable, rear, to 1/91.
• Fits 1986-1990 Ford Taurus, rear, phenolic caliper piston.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear brake pad wear that reduces stopping consistency
• Squealing or noisy rear brake operation
• Uneven rear braking feel during normal driving
• Brake service needs on rear disc-equipped Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles
• Replacement of worn pads identified by part number 2551-0545-00

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle configuration, caliper piston material, and production date before ordering. This listing includes specific notes for Ford Taurus, Ford Thunderbird, Mercury Cougar, and Mercury Sable applications, so match the vehicle exactly to the fitment rows. For best results, inspect rotors, calipers, and pad hardware condition during brake service.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts positions the R1 Optimum OE Pads line as an OE-style replacement option for everyday brake maintenance. Part number 2551-0545-00 is cataloged for direct application matching across the listed rear brake fitments.