Akebono EURO Disc Brake Pad Set P/N:EUR1042

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MPN: EUR1042
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Akebono EURO Disc Brake Pad Set P/N:EUR1042
Akebono EURO Disc Brake Pad Set P/N:EUR1042
$74.99

Give your European car's rear brakes a pad set formulated around what drivers of these cars ask for: the Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pad set, part number EUR1042, designed for optimal performance, cleanliness and rotor compatibility. This rear pad set is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 2008-2010 BMW 528i, 2009-2010 BMW 528i xDrive and 2009-2010 BMW 535i xDrive. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.

  • Ultra-Premium ceramic formulation: Akebono designed and formulated this EURO disc brake pad kit to address the needs of European car owners, with a focus on performance, cleanliness and compatibility with the rotors.
  • Low-copper compliant: The pads satisfy the 2021 low copper content regulations, and Akebono describes them as environmentally friendly.
  • Rear-axle application: Cataloged for the rear position on the listed vehicles.
  • From the originators of ceramic brake technology: Akebono is an original equipment brand installed on a wide range of models. It develops advanced brake and friction materials with a focus on noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) analysis and control, and it runs technical and R&D centers in Japan, the United States and France.

If you are replacing the rear brake pads on a BMW 528i, EUR1042 is built for that job. The caliper presses the pads against the rotor to create the friction that slows each rear wheel. If worn pads are behind squealing, grinding or a longer stop, this set replaces them.

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

7427-D1042

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these 2008 BMW 528i brake pads for the front or rear?

They are cataloged for the rear axle of the 2008-2010 BMW 528i. The set also fits the 2009-2010 BMW 528i xDrive and 2009-2010 BMW 535i xDrive, and the Buyer's Guide tab lists every application.

What does this brake pad set do?

The caliper presses the pads against the brake rotor, creating the friction that slows the wheel. EUR1042 is a set for the rear brakes of the listed vehicles.

What friction material does the EUR1042 use?

Akebono describes it as an EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic pad, formulated for performance, cleanliness and rotor compatibility. It also satisfies the 2021 low copper content regulations.

What are signs the rear brake pads may need replacing?

Squealing or grinding when braking, a longer stopping distance, visibly thin pad material or a pad wear warning can all be signs. Have the brakes inspected to confirm the cause first.

How should these pads be installed?

Follow the vehicle's service information for the rear brake procedure and torque values, and inspect the rotors and caliper hardware. Replacing the pads on both rear wheels at the same time is recommended.