A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 front left brake caliper for the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar and other vehicles squeezes the brake pads against the rotor to slow the wheel. This remanufactured A1 CARDONE caliper is an unloaded disc brake caliper that comes with its bracket, so brake pads are bought separately.
- 100% pressure-tested after remanufacturing
- Two phenolic pistons, resistant to cracking and pitting
- Rubber seals replaced with new high-temperature EPDM rubber
- Treated with a rust inhibitor
- Plastic cap plugs protect each brake port thread
Quick facts
- Part: A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 brake caliper
- Also called: disc brake caliper
- Fits: 2004-2007 Ford Freestar and other vehicles
- Position: Front left
- Material: Aluminum
- Condition: Remanufactured
A pull to one side under braking, a soft pedal or fluid around the caliper can mean a caliper is worn. Those signs alone do not prove the caliper is the problem, since a collapsed brake hose can pull the car to one side too. Replace the front calipers as a pair. This listing is one caliper for the front left, so the front right is ordered separately. The front axle takes one caliper on each side.
Fits
Use it as a brake caliper for the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar or the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Piston quantity: 2
- Piston diameter: 50.8762 mm (2.003 in)
- Mounting hole diameter: 13.98989 mm (0.551 in)
- Mounting hole thread size: M14 X 2.0
- Inlet port size: 10.00366 mm (0.394 in)
- Inlet fitting: banjo, thread size M10x1.5
- Bleeder thread size: M10x1.0
Build and materials
- Caliper type: floating, unloaded
- Condition: remanufactured
- Casting material: aluminum
- Piston material: phenolic
- Finish: oil emulsion with a rust-resistant coating
- Country of origin: Mexico
In the box
One caliper, a mounting bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, with abutment clips, a new bleeder screw and dust boots included. Brake pads, mounting bolts and a bleeder screw cap are not included; the old mounting bolts may not be reusable, so plan on new ones.
Installation notes
- No programming is required.
- Silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins.
- Use the brake fluid the vehicle maker recommends; the type is stamped on the master cylinder reservoir lid. Always use new fluid from a sealed container.
Interchange: 3F2Z2B121SA · 6F2Z2B121A
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this A1 CARDONE brake caliper right for the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey?
Yes, the A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 front left caliper fits the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey and the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar; the right side is a separate part.
Yes, the A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 front left caliper fits the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey and the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar; the right side is a separate part.
Does this remanufactured caliper come with brake pads?
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
Does this remanufactured caliper come with brake pads?
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
Does this caliper have phenolic or steel pistons?
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
Does this caliper have phenolic or steel pistons?
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
Can a sticking floating caliper make the car pull to one side?
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Can a sticking floating caliper make the car pull to one side?
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
What grease goes on the mounting pins of this floating caliper?
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
What grease goes on the mounting pins of this floating caliper?
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this A1 CARDONE brake caliper right for the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey?
Yes, the A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 front left caliper fits the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey and the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar; the right side is a separate part.
Yes, the A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 front left caliper fits the 2004-2007 Mercury Monterey and the 2004-2007 Ford Freestar; the right side is a separate part.
Does this remanufactured caliper come with brake pads?
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
Does this remanufactured caliper come with brake pads?
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
No, the 18-B4960 is an unloaded caliper; it comes with its bracket, a hardware kit and an instruction sheet, but no pads and no mounting bolts.
Does this caliper have phenolic or steel pistons?
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
Does this caliper have phenolic or steel pistons?
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
This caliper has two phenolic pistons, each 50.8762 mm (2.003 in) across. Swapping a phenolic piston caliper for a steel piston one, or the reverse, is not recommended.
Can a sticking floating caliper make the car pull to one side?
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Can a sticking floating caliper make the car pull to one side?
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
Yes, it can be one cause. Sticky slides or pins are one thing to look for, and a shop can inspect both calipers for binding.
What grease goes on the mounting pins of this floating caliper?
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
What grease goes on the mounting pins of this floating caliper?
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
A silicone grease is used on floating caliper mounting pins. The A1 CARDONE 18-B4960 needs no programming, and its instruction sheet covers the steps.
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