Formulated with European drivers in mind, the Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pad set, part number EUR1239, is designed to balance braking performance, cleanliness and rotor compatibility at the rear axle. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2001-2003 BMW 525I, 2001-2003 BMW 530I and 1997-2003 BMW 540I, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine details.
- Ultra-Premium ceramic formula: Designed and formulated to address what European car owners expect from their brakes: optimal performance, cleanliness and compatibility with the rotor.
- Low-copper compliant: An environmentally friendly formulation that satisfies the 2021 low copper content regulations.
- Rear position: Cataloged for the rear brakes of the listed applications.
- Akebono engineering: Comes from the originators of ceramic brake technology, a brand installed as original equipment on a wide range of models, with a focus on noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) analysis and control.
Akebono is a leader in the development and production of advanced brake and friction materials. It operates technical and R&D centers in Japan, the United States and France, supported by wholly owned and affiliated manufacturing facilities worldwide.
When you press the pedal, the brake pads clamp against the rotor to slow the vehicle. The following signs may mean worn rear pads need replacing:
- Squealing or grinding when braking.
- A longer stopping distance.
- Pad material that looks thin on inspection.
Interchange: 085-1552 · 089-1552
0851552 · 0891552 · D873B · 34211163395 · 34216761281 · BP1239 · PCD1239 · 7286 · D1239 · 355007981 · AD7286 · MX1239
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
D873B, 34211163395, 34216761281, 085-1552, 089-1552, BP1239, PCD1239, 7286, D1239, 355007981, AD7286, MX1239, 7286-D1239
