Stock brake pads wear rotors hard, generate dust, and often require rotor replacement at every pad change. EBC Ultimax2 front brake pads for the 2006-2009 Fusion 2.3 take a different approach, delivering OE-equivalent stopping power with significantly reduced rotor wear and a quieter, cleaner result on public roads.
ECE R90 certified friction material. Ultimax2 pads carry full ECE R90 brake safety approval, confirming they are a direct functional equivalent to the factory pads fitted at the plant. That certification is not marketing language; it means the compound meets a defined friction and safety standard regardless of price point. The nominal friction coefficient comes in at 0.46, matching OE performance across hot and cold temperatures.
Rotors last longer between replacements. EBC's compound reduces disc wear by up to 50 percent compared to semi-metallic alternatives. Where many OE and aftermarket pads demand a new rotor at every pad change, Ultimax2 users frequently see a single rotor outlast two full sets of pads. Dust output also stays comparable to factory pads, keeping wheels cleaner over daily driving.
Brake-In coating and shimmed construction. Every pad in the USA Ultimax range ships with shimming already installed, along with chamfered edges and slots to reduce noise and heat buildup during the break-in period. EBC's proprietary Brake-In coating accelerates the bed-in process so the pads reach full friction potential faster than uncoated alternatives. Nucap NRS mechanical hooks on the backing plates lock the friction material to the plate and eliminate any risk of pad delamination over the pad's service life.
Judder compensation built into the compound. Mild brake judder caused by rotor surface variation typically clears itself after 300 to 400 miles of use with Ultimax2 pads. The compound's progressive friction curve also delivers consistent cold bite, so the first stop of the morning feels controlled rather than grabby.
Product Benefits
- ECE R90 Approved: Certified as a direct OE equivalent for public highway use in European and global markets.
- Reduced Rotor Wear: Disc wear reduced by up to 50 percent versus semi-metallic compounds.
- Brake-In Coating: Accelerates pad bed-in for full friction performance sooner after installation.
- Full Shimming (USA): All USA-market Ultimax pads include shims for quieter, vibration-free braking.
- Nucap NRS Hooks: Mechanical interlocking on backing plates prevents friction material debond.
- Judder Compensation: Compound corrects mild brake judder after 300 to 400 miles of normal use.
- 0.46 Friction Coefficient: Consistent cold and hot friction matching original equipment pads.
- Low Dust Output: Similar dust generation to factory pads, keeping wheels cleaner.
- Street Use Only: Optimized for general highway driving; not intended for track applications.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes manufactures friction products for passenger cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and performance applications. The company produces pads and rotors across a tiered compound range, from OE-replacement street grades through dedicated motorsport compounds, and holds ECE R90 approval across its street-legal pad lines.
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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. | D1164 |
