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R1 Concepts Front Ceramic Brake Pads
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2552-1611-10 are front disc brake pads built with ceramic friction material and an integrally molded attachment. With a pad quantity of 4 and OE-style dimensions, this set is aimed at direct replacement service for select Ford and Lincoln front brake applications.
Key Features
- Ceramic friction material for consistent everyday braking performance
- Integrally molded friction material attachment for a stable pad construction
- Front disc brake pad set with 4 pads included
- Outer and inner pad height: 61.5 mm
- Outer and inner pad width: 180.1 mm
- Outer and inner pad overall thickness: 18 to 18.1 mm
- R1 Optimum OE Pads line for OE-style replacement fitment
Product Details
The R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style replacement brake pads for drivers who want a direct-fit front pad set with factory-style dimensions and ceramic friction material. Part number 2552-1611-10 is listed for 2013-2019 Ford Explorer front, 2013-2019 Ford Flex front, 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT front, and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS front applications. This part number, 2552-1611-10, is a practical match for shoppers searching for front brake pads for a Ford Explorer or Lincoln MKT with OE-style sizing.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Common Issues It Can Address
- Worn front brake pad friction material
- Brake noise caused by aged or uneven pad surfaces
- Reduced stopping response from thin pads
- Brake pedal feel changes related to pad wear
- Front-end brake service on OE-size pad applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a front brake application and match the pad dimensions to the existing hardware. For best results, service both sides of the axle together and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding procedure after installation. The part number 2552-1611-10 is listed for front use only on the vehicles shown above.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts supplies OE-style brake components through the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, with ceramic construction and application-specific sizing used to support consistent replacement fitment on listed Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, and Lincoln MKS front brake applications.
Description
R1 Concepts Front Ceramic Brake Pads
R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads part number 2552-1611-10 are front disc brake pads built with ceramic friction material and an integrally molded attachment. With a pad quantity of 4 and OE-style dimensions, this set is aimed at direct replacement service for select Ford and Lincoln front brake applications.
Key Features
- Ceramic friction material for consistent everyday braking performance
- Integrally molded friction material attachment for a stable pad construction
- Front disc brake pad set with 4 pads included
- Outer and inner pad height: 61.5 mm
- Outer and inner pad width: 180.1 mm
- Outer and inner pad overall thickness: 18 to 18.1 mm
- R1 Optimum OE Pads line for OE-style replacement fitment
Product Details
The R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style replacement brake pads for drivers who want a direct-fit front pad set with factory-style dimensions and ceramic friction material. Part number 2552-1611-10 is listed for 2013-2019 Ford Explorer front, 2013-2019 Ford Flex front, 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT front, and 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS front applications. This part number, 2552-1611-10, is a practical match for shoppers searching for front brake pads for a Ford Explorer or Lincoln MKT with OE-style sizing.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Common Issues It Can Address
- Worn front brake pad friction material
- Brake noise caused by aged or uneven pad surfaces
- Reduced stopping response from thin pads
- Brake pedal feel changes related to pad wear
- Front-end brake service on OE-size pad applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a front brake application and match the pad dimensions to the existing hardware. For best results, service both sides of the axle together and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding procedure after installation. The part number 2552-1611-10 is listed for front use only on the vehicles shown above.
Quality Assurance
R1 Concepts supplies OE-style brake components through the R1 Optimum OE Pads line, with ceramic construction and application-specific sizing used to support consistent replacement fitment on listed Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKT, and Lincoln MKS front brake applications.












