Ford Transit Mk8 Wheel Brake Caliper Rear Left N/S 2030268 BK31-2553-AB

Ford Transit Mk8 Wheel Brake Caliper Rear Left N/S is an original Ford braking system component, designed for installation on the rear left axle of the vehicle. This used caliper from the Brake calipers and brackets category is a functional service solution that allows for the restoration of braking efficiency while maintaining the factory design of the system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2030268
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2030268
• Substitutable numbers: 2030268, BK31-2553-AB, BK312553AB
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Part type: Brake Caliper
• Category: Calipers & Brackets

Purpose and fitment

The presented caliper has been designed specifically for operation on the rear left side of the vehicle, which ensures proper guidance of the brake pads and correct interaction with the disc and other system components. Its original Ford origin ensures compatibility with factory mounts, suspension geometry, and hydraulic parameters, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of operational issues.

Technical and functional characteristics

The brake caliper is responsible for precisely pressing the pads against the disc, which is why its proper operation has a direct impact on braking stability, stopping distance, and even pad wear. The design provided by the manufacturer, Ford, allows for:

• maintaining the appropriate pressure in the rear axle brake circuit,
• even distribution of braking force between the left and right sides,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's factory ABS/ESP system,
• maintaining the correct position of the pads relative to the disc throughout the entire operating cycle.

By using an original caliper from the same product line for which the Transit's braking system was designed, you minimize the risk of mismatch, leaks, or improper piston operation.

Benefits of choosing an original, used Ford caliper

Choosing a used OEM component is a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining factory braking parameters. Such a caliper:

• maintains the original design specification intended for the Ford Transit Mk8,
• allows for cost savings compared to a new component,
• promotes the consistency of the entire braking system, without experimenting with aftermarket parts of uncertain parameters.

If you want to better understand how to safely use recycled parts in the braking system and how to assess their suitability, it is worth reading our guide: Brake calipers under the microscope – how to reduce repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts.

Service application and installation

The rear left brake caliper for the Ford Transit Mk8 is suitable both for standard replacement of a worn component and for more extensive service work on the rear axle. Thanks to the factory design, installation is predictable for a mechanic – the mounting points, brake line routing, and interaction with the carrier are consistent with the solutions used by the vehicle manufacturer.

Before installation, a standard service procedure is recommended: checking the condition of lines, discs, and pads, bleeding the system, and verifying the correct operation of the piston after installation. This approach allows you to fully utilize the potential of the original caliper and ensure stable, predictable braking in daily operation.

Expanding the Ford braking system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the braking zone in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as additional calipers, brackets, or mounting elements, check out the available parts in the Ford brake calipers and brackets category.