Overview
The Baer Brakes D0702 is a front Claw ceramic brake pad set for the 1997–2002 Ford Expedition and 1998–2002 Lincoln Navigator. It also fits the 1998 Dodge B1500, 1999–2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, 2000–2001 and 2004–2006 Dodge Ram 1500 SRT-10, 1997 and 1998–1999 Ford F-250 models, and 1999–2003 Ford F-150 Lightning.
Baer presents the Claw as a premium ceramic pad that reduces noise and dust for everyday street driving. Each set contains four pads, and the stated contents include mounting hardware, so the set is intended for a complete front axle job on the trucks and SUVs listed here.
Key features
- Premium ceramic compound designed for long pad life and low rotor wear
- Minimal noise and dust for everyday street use
- OE-style replacement pad with consistent wear and performance
- Abutment and anti-rattle hardware supplied with most applications
- Mounting hardware included with this set
- Slotted pad with a wear indicator attached
Matching pads to heavier trucks
Trucks and SUVs that tow or carry heavy loads put more heat into the brakes, so pad choice should match the way the vehicle is used. Ceramic compounds handle everyday stopping well, but a truck that regularly hauls weight benefits from keeping rotors in good condition and checking the caliper for drag after long downhill runs.
Front pads on these vehicles are often replaced alongside worn slide pins and boots. Sticking pins cause one-sided wear that looks like a pad problem but is really a caliper problem. Clean and lubricate the slides at each pad change, and confirm the hardware moves freely before the wheels go back on.
- Measure rotor thickness before fitting new pads
- Replace torn slide pin boots
- Use brake-rated lubricant only on contact points
- Bed in new pads with several moderate stops
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | D0702 |
| UPC | 844165019039 |
| Sold as | Set |
| Pads per set | 4 |
| Axle | Front |
| Friction material | Ceramic |
| Grade type | Premium |
| Backing plate color | Black |
| Slotted | Yes |
| Abutment clips included | Yes |
| Mounting hardware included | Yes |
| Brake lubricant included | No |
| Wear indicator attached | Yes |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | CN |
Vehicle fitment
The manufacturer fitment list covers these front applications: 1998 Dodge B1500, 2000–2001 and 2004–2006 Dodge Ram 1500 (SRT-10), 1999–2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, 1997–2002 Ford Expedition, 1999–2003 Ford F-150 (Lightning), 1998–1999 Ford F-250, 1997 Ford F-250 HD and 1998–2002 Lincoln Navigator.
The 1998–1999 Ford F-250 fit excludes Super Duty models, and the Lightning fit covers 7- and 8-lug configurations. Ram 1500 model years 2003 and 2007 onward, and Ford Super Duty trucks outside the entries above, are not covered. Verify year, model and trim against your truck before buying.
Installation notes
Mounting hardware and abutment clips are included, so the set can be fitted without locating separate hardware in most cases. Brake lubricant is not included, so keep a brake-specific lubricant on hand for the abutment clips and caliper slide points. Brake pads are a safety component, so verify caliper function and pad seating before driving the vehicle.
What’s included
Four Baer Claw front ceramic brake pads (part D0702) with abutment clips and mounting hardware.
Not included: brake lubricant.
