Overview
The Baer Brakes D0711 is a set of four rear Claw ceramic brake pads for the Ford Expedition, Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Lincoln Navigator, Lincoln Blackwood and Lincoln Town Car in the years covered below. It is a premium ceramic replacement pad with abutment clips included, designed for quiet, low-dust rear braking on full-size trucks and SUVs.
Several entries are narrow. The Expedition fit runs through 3/18/02, the F-150 fit includes the 04 Heritage model, the F-250 is limited to 1998 and 1999, and the Town Car fit is for limousine use. The Blackwood fits only 2002.
Key features
- Premium ceramic friction compound
- Abutment clips included with the set
- Mounting hardware included
- Slotted pad face
- Long pad life with low rotor wear.
- Black backing plate
Choosing rear pads for full-size trucks
Rear pads on full-size trucks and SUVs carry a large share of the braking load on the rear axle, and the pad compound affects how evenly that work is shared with the front. Ceramic compounds are chosen for steady friction at normal temperatures and for lower dust than many semi-metallic formulas, which suits drivers who spend most of their time on pavement. Pad wear is only part of the picture; the rotor surface, caliper slides and hydraulic condition all influence how a new set feels from the first stop.
When choosing a set, match the pad to the axle and the vehicle’s year, model and trim before anything else. Rear pads are often replaced alongside rotors when the surface shows grooving or heat marks, and that choice affects break-in and noise. Ceramic pads generally perform best with a proper bedding procedure, so follow the bedding steps in the installation guidance for your brake system. Inspect the pads at each tire rotation for uneven wear, a glazed face or a backing plate that has begun to corrode.
Specifications
| Brand | Baer Brakes |
|---|---|
| Part number | D0711 |
| UPC | 844165007838 |
| Axle | Rear |
| Friction material | Ceramic |
| Grade type | Premium |
| Pads per set | 4 |
| Slotted | Yes |
| Abutment clips included | Yes |
| Mounting hardware included | Yes |
| Wear indicator attached | No |
| Brake lubricant included | No |
| Backing plate color | Black |
| Emission code | 6 |
| Country of origin | CN |
Vehicle fitment
The manufacturer fitment list covers these rear applications: 1997–2002 Ford Expedition, qualified through 3/18/02; 1999–2004 Ford F-150, including the 04 Heritage model; 1998–1999 Ford F-250; 2002 Lincoln Blackwood; 1998–2002 Lincoln Navigator; and 2004–2011 Lincoln Town Car, for limousine use.
Close vehicles not on the list include the 2003 and later Ford Expedition, the Ford F-150 outside 1999 through 2004, the Ford F-250 outside 1998 and 1999, the 2003 Lincoln Blackwood and the Navigator outside 1998 through 2002. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Abutment clips are included, so fit them as part of the pad set. Baer describes break-in as quick and easy. Brake lubricant is not included, so keep a suitable lubricant on hand for the hardware. These full-size trucks and SUVs should have their rear brakes serviced with the vehicle safely supported on stands.
What’s included
Four rear Claw ceramic pads with abutment clips and mounting hardware.
Not included: brake lubricant.
