Stock brake pads on the Ford Fusion 1.6T deliver adequate stopping power when new, but OEM compounds tend to wear rotors aggressively and rarely address brake judder as mileage climbs. The EBC UD1653 Ultimax2 front brake pads replace factory pads with a high-friction, ECE R90-approved compound that matches OEM stopping performance while significantly reducing rotor wear over the life of the pad.
ECE R90 approved and factory-equivalent friction. The Ultimax2 compound carries a nominal friction coefficient of 0.46, placing it on par with original equipment pads for cold and hot stopping distances. R90 certification means these pads are held to the same regulatory standard as the pads that shipped on your Fusion from the factory.
Rotor life you won't expect from a replacement pad. EBC's compound reduces disc wear by up to 50 percent compared to semi-metallic alternatives. Where some OEM pad and rotor combinations require rotor replacement at every pad change, the Ultimax2 compound routinely allows one rotor to outlast two full sets of pads, cutting long-term maintenance costs substantially.
Brake judder elimination built into the compound. After 300 to 400 miles of use, the Ultimax2 formulation actively compensates for mild brake judder, smoothing out pedal feel without requiring rotor resurfacing or replacement. This is a meaningful real-world advantage over generic replacement pads that simply tolerate judder rather than address it.
Ready to bed in from the first stop. Every Ultimax2 pad ships with EBC's Brake-In coating applied at the factory, accelerating the bed-in process so the compound reaches full friction potential faster. Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted construction keeps noise to a minimum, and Nucap NRS mechanical hooks on the backing plate eliminate any risk of pad delamination from the steel carrier.
Product Benefits
- Direct OE Replacement: Exact fitment for the front axle of 2013-2018 Ford Fusion 1.6T models.
- ECE R90 Certified: Meets the same brake safety standard as original equipment pads.
- 0.46 Friction Coefficient: Consistent, predictable stopping in cold and hot conditions.
- Up to 50% Less Rotor Wear: Gentler compound extends disc life well beyond typical OEM intervals.
- Brake Judder Compensation: Compound corrects mild judder after 300-400 miles of normal use.
- Brake-In Coating: Factory-applied coating accelerates pad bed-in for faster performance from day one.
- Shimmed, Chamfered, and Slotted: Quietest EBC formulation, engineered for silent street driving.
- NRS Mechanical Hooks: Nucap NRS technology locks pad material to the backing plate, preventing delamination.
- Street Use Only: Optimized for public highway driving; not intended for track or competition use.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes is a specialist brake friction manufacturer producing pads, rotors, and brake lines across a wide range of compounds, from everyday street replacements to motorsport-grade materials. The Ultimax2 range represents EBC's benchmark for high-quality, regulation-compliant OE replacement friction.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | Energi Platinum, Energi SE, Energi Titanium, Platinum Hybrid, Platinum, S Hybrid, S, SE Hybrid, SE, Titanium Hybrid, Titanium |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1653 |
