Stock brake pads on the 2013-2019 Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost 4WD were sized for factory tire diameters and everyday driving loads. Swap to EBC's ED+ Extra-Duty rear pads and the system gains the friction and heat capacity it actually needs when the truck is loaded, towing, or running larger-diameter tires.
Higher friction where it counts. The ED+ compound delivers elevated friction coefficients compared to standard replacement pads, which means the caliper reaches the same stopping force at lower pedal pressure. That translates directly to a firmer, more confident brake pedal feel under hard deceleration.
Built to handle heat, not just temperature spikes. EBC formulates the ED+ compound from aramid fibers and a minimal steel fiber content, giving the pad a high fade-resistance ceiling. The material stays stable deep into heavy braking events, so response remains consistent whether the truck is stopping cold on a highway on-ramp or repeatedly hauling speed from a loaded trailer pull.
Made entirely in the UK. Every ED+ pad comes out of EBC's own UK manufacturing facility, where the compound mixing, molding, and quality checks happen under one roof. The aramid-based formula is also gentler on rotors than metallic compounds, and wheel dust stays minimal so cleanup between washes is easier.
A cost-effective first step. Before investing in larger rotors or a big brake kit, a premium pad upgrade often closes the gap between stock performance and the friction level a heavier or larger-tired truck actually demands. The ED+ pads address the root issue: insufficient friction for the load, without requiring any hardware changes beyond the pads themselves.
Product Benefits
- Rear Fitment: Engineered specifically for the rear axle of the 2013-2019 Explorer 3.5L EcoBoost 4WD.
- ED+ Compound: Higher friction and heat capacity than standard replacement pads for demanding use cases.
- Aramid Fiber Construction: Made with aramid and minimal steel fiber, kind to rotors and low on dust.
- UK Manufactured: Produced 100% in EBC's own factory under strict quality controls.
- Fade Resistant: Compound stability tested at elevated temperatures for consistent performance under repeated hard stops.
- Bolt-On Upgrade: Fits factory calipers and hardware with no bracket modifications required.
- Rotor Friendly: Lower abrasiveness than metallic pads extends rotor service life.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes has manufactured friction products in the United Kingdom for decades, covering passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles, and off-road vehicles. The brand is known for compound development across a wide range of duty cycles, from street commuting to track and towing applications, and produces its pads entirely within its own UK factory.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | Base, Limited, Sport, XLT, Platinum |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1612 |
