Stock brake pads on the Fusion 2.3 were engineered to satisfy a broad range of drivers under normal conditions, but their friction materials, dust output, and rotor wear rates leave room for improvement. EBC Ultimax2 pads slot into the same rear positions with a higher-friction compound, a factory-equivalent stopping profile, and measurably less wear on your rotors.
ECE R90 approved and direct-fit ready. Ultimax2 pads carry full ECE R90 brake safety certification, meaning the friction performance matches original equipment standards by regulation, not just by marketing claim. They bolt into the rear calipers of the 2006-2009 Fusion 2.3 without any modification to hardware or brackets.
Brake-In coating eliminates the bed-in grind. Every Ultimax2 pad ships with EBC's proprietary Brake-In coating applied to the friction surface. This accelerates the bed-in process so the pad reaches its rated friction coefficient quickly, without the extended scrubbing routine that uncoated aftermarket pads require. All Ultimax pads sold in the USA are shimmed, which keeps brake noise at a minimum from the first press of the pedal.
Reduced rotor wear across the pad lifetime. The Ultimax2 compound carries a nominal friction coefficient of 0.46 and is significantly less abrasive than semi-metallic formulations. Rotor wear drops by up to 50 percent compared to more aggressive materials, making it common to see a single rotor outlast two full sets of these pads. Dust output stays comparable to OEM levels, keeping wheels cleaner between washes.
Nucap NRS retention on every backing plate. Each pad uses Nucap NRS mechanical hooks on the steel backing plate. These hooks grip the friction material at a structural level, eliminating any possibility of pad delamination or debond under load.
Product Benefits
- ECE R90 Certified: Meets the same brake safety standard as factory-fitted pads, approved for public highway use.
- Rear Fitment: Direct replacement for the rear axle of 2006-2009 Ford Fusion 2.3 applications.
- Brake-In Coating: Factory-applied surface treatment accelerates pad bed-in for immediate, consistent stopping power.
- Shimmed Construction: All USA-market Ultimax pads include shims for quiet, vibration-free operation.
- Reduced Rotor Wear: Up to 50 percent less disc wear compared to semi-metallic compounds.
- 0.46 Friction Coefficient: Consistent, predictable friction across cold and hot operating temperatures.
- Nucap NRS Backing Plate: Mechanical hooks bond friction material to the plate, preventing delamination.
- Not for Track Use: Rated for general public highway use in varied climates, not competition or sustained high-heat applications.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures friction products across a wide range of compounds and applications, from everyday street replacements to full race formulations. The Ultimax2 line sits at the core of their street portfolio, built around ECE R90 compliance and low-cost-of-ownership through reduced rotor and pad wear rates.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Fitment | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1161 |
