DFC 4000 HybriDynamic Brake Pads for Front Disc Brakes

Dynamite Friction DFC 4000 HybriDynamic Brake Pads deliver consistent pedal feel and responsive braking for daily driving. This front disc brake pad set is built for 1995-2002 Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar applications with the listed sensor and hardware notes.

Key Features

• Hybrid friction material for balanced braking performance
• Low dust and low noise characteristics for cleaner, quieter operation
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• Pad quantity: 4
• Outer pad height: 58.4 mm (2.299 in)
• Inner pad height: 58.4 mm (2.299 in)
• Outer pad width: 156.5 mm (6.161 in)
• Inner pad width: 155.2 mm (6.11 in)
• Outer pad thickness: 17.8 mm (0.701 in)
• Inner pad thickness: 18.4 mm (0.724 in)
• Prepared for pad wear sensor: No
• Mounting hardware included: No

Product Details

The DFC 4000 HybriDynamic Brake Pad line focuses on a practical blend of braking response, pedal consistency, and everyday drivability. For drivers searching for front brake pads for a 1995-2002 Ford Contour, 1995-1997 Mercury Mystique, or 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, part number 4000-0648-00 provides a direct-fit disc brake pad set with hybrid friction material and dimensions matched to the listed applications. Part number 4000-0648-00 is a front axle brake pad set for vehicles that do not use the pad wear sensor configuration noted in the fitment data.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Squealing or noisy front brake operation
• Excess brake dust buildup on wheels
• Uneven or inconsistent pedal feel
• Reduced braking response during daily stop-and-go driving
• Front pad replacement on compatible Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify front axle fitment against the vehicle’s brake pad sensor configuration before installation.
• Inspect rotors, calipers, and slide hardware for wear before installing new pads.
• Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse only serviceable hardware or replace it separately as needed.
• Follow proper bedding-in procedures after installation to help establish stable pad transfer on the rotor surface.
• Confirm pad dimensions and shape match the removed parts on 1995-2002 Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar front brake systems.

Quality Assurance

Dynamite Friction positions the DFC 4000 HybriDynamic line as a value-focused brake pad family with consistent response, low dust, and low noise characteristics for everyday use. Part number 4000-0648-00 is built to the listed fitment and dimensional specifications for front disc brake service.