{"product_id":"r1-concepts-2552-0598-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","title":"R1 Concepts 2552-0598-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eR1 Concepts Front Brake Pads for Ford and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2552-0598-00, are a front disc brake pad set for select Ford and Mercury applications. This OE-style pad set is listed for 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird with 294mm front disc, and 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar with Sport Package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront disc brake pad set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eR1 Optimum OE Pads product line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect fitment for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable front brake applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso listed for Ford Thunderbird with 294mm front disc and Mercury Cougar Sport Package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 2552-0598-00 for application matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2007 Ford Taurus, front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, front.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, front, 294mm front disc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar, front, Sport Package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe R1 Optimum OE Pads line is positioned as an OE-style replacement brake pad range for everyday street use. For buyers searching for front brake pads for a 2001-2007 Ford Taurus or 2001-2005 Mercury Sable, this set provides a cataloged match under part number 2552-0598-00. It is also listed for specific 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird and Mercury Cougar front brake configurations, so matching the vehicle notes is important before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Brake Issues This Part Can Address\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 pad replacement needs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for listed Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, Thunderbird, or Cougar front applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle year, make, model, and front brake configuration before installation. The 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird listing requires a 294mm front disc, and the 1996-1997 Mercury Cougar listing requires the Sport Package. Verify rotor size and brake hardware condition during service, and replace pads in axle pairs for even braking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eR1 Concepts identifies this as part of the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style brake pad offering for cataloged front applications. Use the confirmed fitment data and part number 2552-0598-00 to match the correct brake pad set to the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"R1 Concepts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52445245571253,"sku":"FLPM-2552-0598-00","price":57.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_2552059800_Fro.jpg?v=1777895771","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/r1-concepts-2552-0598-00-disc-brake-pad-set-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}