Raybestos PGD843C Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Raybestos PGD843C Ceramic Front Brake Pads

Raybestos PGD843C is a ceramic disc brake pad set for front brake service on select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications. It combines slotted friction surfaces, chamfered edges, and included shims to support consistent braking feel on vehicles such as the Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for quiet, controlled street braking
• Slotted pad design to help manage heat and surface debris
• Chamfered edges for smoother pad engagement
• Mounting hardware included for a complete brake service
• Pad shims included and attached for noise control
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• No pad wear sensor included

Product Details

This Raybestos ceramic brake pad set is built for front axle applications and is listed for 2001-2007 Ford Escape, 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, and 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute front brake service. The PGD843C uses ceramic friction material with slotted faces and chamfered edges to support stable pedal response and even pad contact. Outer and inner pad dimensions are matched for the listed applications, and the included shims help reduce brake noise during everyday driving. This part cross-references Akebono ProACT ACT843 and Bosch BP843 for the same application.

Raybestos PGD843C is a practical OE-style replacement choice when servicing front brakes on a Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, or Mazda Tribute. It is also listed for 2004 Ford Escape builds with either semi-metallic or ceramic OE pad material, as well as Mazda Tribute models through 10/2005 and 2006 models through 10/2005.

Common Reasons for Replacement

• Squealing or brake noise during stops
• Reduced braking response from worn friction material
• Uneven pad wear on the front axle
• Brake dust buildup from aging pads
• Grooved or heat-affected pad surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front axle fitment against the vehicle’s build date and OE pad material notes before installation. Inspect rotors, calipers, and slide hardware during service, and replace worn components as needed. Clean the caliper bracket and pad contact points before installing the new pads, then follow the vehicle manufacturer’s bedding procedure for proper break-in.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos brake components are engineered for direct replacement service in everyday passenger vehicle braking systems. PGD843C is a ceramic front disc brake pad set with included shims and hardware for the listed applications.