Brake pads are essential components to your brake system. They are the point of friction that accepts the heat needed to slow and stop your Ford vehicle.

How Brake Pads Work

When you need to slow or stop your car, truck or SUV, you press your brake pedal. This action kicks off a process that sends hydraulic fluid to the caliper arms which are attached to your brake pads. When the fluid pressurizes, the piston within the caliper arm engages the brake pad into the surface of the rotor discs which are behind the wheels of your vehicle. When the pads press into the surface of the rotors, they create the heated friction to stop your car. However, over time, this friction wears down and thins your brake pads.

Signs Pointing to Brake Pad Replacement

Your brake pads will thin over time. The several brake pad types are made of materials like organic glass and rubber, ceramic, semi-metal materials, and metal materials. Some wear faster than others and are needed for larger size vehicles and higher horsepower. The most common for commuter cars and SUVS are organic and ceramic pads. They work smoothly but wither quicker. Signs that you need to replace your brake pads will be:

Excessive brake dust on wheels

Longer braking distances and time to stop

Squeaky or clicking noises when braking

Brake fluid leaks on rotor discs

Choose OEM Ford Brake Pads for an Easy Repair

Your braking devices need to be updated for safe and secure traveling in your Ford model. When you need to replace your brake pads, easily and quickly find the match to your model year and trim inside our online Ford parts warehouse. We'll deliver your new brake parts directly to your door. You even save some cash with our parts prices up to 30% off! If you come across complications or have questions about our brake parts, reach out to our experts on our contact page and they will be on hand, ready to assist.