Front Disc Brake Caliper for 2001-2011 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Ranger, Mazda B-Series & Mercury Mountaineer

Front Disc Brake Caliper

Front disc brake caliper application for the exact Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, Ranger, Mazda B-Series, and Mercury Mountaineer model-year ranges listed below.

Critical fitment warning: The source provides vehicle and year coverage but does not specify left versus right side, package quantity, engine, drivetrain, trim, production date, brake package, rotor diameter, piston count, bracket configuration, or whether a mounting bracket is included. Confirm the VIN, axle position, original caliper reference, casting, inlet and bleeder positions, piston and bracket design, rotor size, hose connection, and package contents before ordering.

Vehicle Compatibility

• 2002–2005 Ford Explorer
• 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport
• 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
• 2003–2011 Ford Ranger
• 2003–2008 Mazda B2300
• 2003–2007 Mazda B3000
• 2003–2008 Mazda B4000
• 2002–2005 Mercury Mountaineer

Not confirmed: Other model years, rear-axle use, a specific left or right side, particular engines or drivetrains, or vehicles with a different brake package, rotor, bracket, piston, hose, or mounting configuration.

Position and Configuration

• Axle position: Front
• Side: Not specified
• Quantity: Not explicitly specified
• Caliper bracket: Inclusion not confirmed
• Piston configuration: Not provided

The source lists two reference numbers, but it does not assign either number to the left or right side or explicitly confirm that the package contains a pair. Verify the selected side and package contents before ordering.

Reference Numbers

184858, 184859

Reference numbers are provided for comparison. Match the complete original caliper configuration; a reference match alone does not override brake-package, side, production-date, or hardware differences.

Included Components

• Front disc brake caliper application

Package quantity, left/right assignment, mounting bracket, brake pads, slide pins, boots, clips, banjo bolt, copper washers, hose, bleeder cap, and mounting hardware are not separately confirmed by the source. Verify the product images and received package before installation.

Installation Notes

Brake service is safety-critical and should be performed by a qualified technician. Before installation, compare the replacement and original calipers for side, casting, piston count and diameter, bracket spacing, rotor clearance, hose inlet, bleeder position, slide-pin arrangement, and mounting points. The bleeder must be correctly positioned for complete air removal.

Inspect the rotor, pads, flexible hose, hard line, wheel bearing, and related hardware. Follow the applicable Ford, Mazda, or Mercury service procedures and torque specifications. Replace required sealing washers, use the specified brake fluid, bleed the hydraulic system completely, check for leaks, verify pedal feel, and confirm normal brake and ABS operation in a controlled area before road use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this for the front or rear?
This application is for the front axle.

Are both left and right calipers included?
The source does not explicitly confirm package quantity or assign the listed references by side. Verify the product images and package contents.

Does the caliper include a mounting bracket?
Bracket inclusion is not confirmed. Compare the images and received parts with the original caliper.

Why does the title begin with 2001?
The source includes 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport and Explorer Sport Trac applications, although the standard Explorer coverage begins in 2002.