Stock brake pads on the 2000-2004 Focus wear rotors aggressively and rarely match the stopping power of a quality replacement. EBC's Ultimax2 compound delivers ECE R90-approved friction performance at the front axle, stopping the car as quickly as factory pads while being far easier on rotors.
Significantly reduced rotor wear. EBC's friction material cuts disc wear by up to 50 percent compared to semi-metallic compounds. Where some OEM pads demand a rotor replacement with every pad change, Ultimax2 pads commonly allow a single rotor to outlast two full sets of pads, making brake service noticeably less expensive over time.
Shimmed, chamfered, and slotted for quiet, consistent stops. Every Ultimax2 pad in the USA lineup ships with shims installed. Chamfered edges and slotted friction faces reduce noise and promote even wear across the pad face, so braking stays progressive and predictable whether the rotors are cold or fully up to temperature. Nominal friction coefficient is 0.46, keeping dust levels close to what the factory pad produced.
Brake-In coating eliminates the break-in grind. A factory-applied Brake-In coating accelerates the bed-in process, so the pads reach full friction performance quickly without the extended gentle-stop routine most aftermarket compounds require. EBC also bonds the friction material to the backing plate using Nucap NRS mechanical hooks, which eliminate the risk of pad debond entirely.
R90 safety compliance, factory feel. ECE R90 approval means these pads meet the same brake safety standard the European market requires for original equipment equivalents. They compensate for mild brake judder after 300 to 400 miles of use and produce the same progressive pedal feel as the pads that came off the car.
Product Benefits
- ECE R90 Approved: Certified equivalent to original equipment pads by international brake safety regulation.
- Reduced Rotor Wear: Disc wear cut by up to 50 percent versus semi-metallic compounds.
- Brake-In Coating: Pre-applied coating shortens pad bed-in time significantly.
- Shimmed (USA): All US-market Ultimax2 pads include shims for quieter operation.
- Nucap NRS Backing Plate: Mechanical hooks bond friction material to the plate and prevent debond.
- Judder Compensation: Eliminates brake judder and compensates for mild existing judder after a short break-in period.
- 0.46 Friction Coefficient: Consistent stopping power with minimal rotor damage and low dust output.
- Front Fitment, 2000-2004 Focus: Direct replacement for the front axle with no modifications required.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes develops and manufactures brake pads, rotors, and brake lines across a broad range of compounds, from street-oriented everyday replacements like Ultimax2 to track-focused formulations. Each compound is validated against international safety standards and engineered to address specific wear, noise, and friction targets for the platforms it covers.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | LX, SE, ZTS, ZTW, ZX3, ZX5 |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D816 |
