Wagner Brake ZX249 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

OE-Style Front Brake Pads for Ford and Mazda

Wagner Brake QuickStop ZX249 disc brake pad set is built for front brake service on select Ford and Mazda applications. It uses a semi-metallic friction material and a post-cure process to help deliver consistent friction performance and restore like-new braking response.

For drivers searching for front brake pads for Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Aerostar, or Mazda B-Series trucks, ZX249 is a direct-fit option for the listed OE applications. The pad set includes shims to help reduce vibration-related noise.

Key Features

• Semi-metallic friction material for dependable front brake performance
• 100% post-cure process for even friction behavior across pad life
• Engineered to reduce noise-causing vibration
• Pad shims included
• FMSI number 7125A-D249
• Wagner Brake QuickStop ZX249 fitment for select Ford and Mazda front disc brake applications

Product Details

The Wagner Brake QuickStop line focuses on restoring original braking feel with application-specific pad design and controlled friction characteristics. ZX249 is a front disc brake pad set with a semi-metallic compound, no wear sensor, no slots, and no chamfered edges. It is listed for 1983-1985 and 1988-1997 Ford Ranger, 1988-1997 Ford Aerostar, 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, 1984-1985 and 1988-1990 Ford Bronco II, plus 1994 Mazda B2300, B3000, B4000, and 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo front brake applications. This part cross-references Raybestos Brakes SGD249C and SGD249M for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front brake noise from worn or uneven pads
• Reduced stopping response from aged friction material
• Brake vibration related to pad friction inconsistency
• Service replacement needs on OE-style Ford Ranger front brakes
• Front brake maintenance on Ford Explorer, Ford Aerostar, and Mazda B-Series models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Clean the caliper bracket contact points and confirm the pad shims seat correctly during assembly. This pad set is listed for front position only, including 1987 Ford Aerostar front, 1987 Ford Bronco II front, and 1987 Ford Ranger front applications with the noted OE material requirement.

Quality Assurance

Wagner Brake QuickStop pads are tested to restore original braking performance and use a post-cure process to promote consistent friction output throughout pad life. The design also targets vibration-related noise reduction for a more controlled brake service result.