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Akebono EUR1252 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
| Brand | Akebono EUR1252 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Package | ZBAN9 |
| Product line | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| Fits | Smart · 12 vehicles |
Ceramic brake technology. Akebono pioneered ceramic friction for smooth, quiet stopping.
Euro Ultra Premium line. Engineered for refined braking performance and low noise.
Disc brake pad set. A direct replacement for disc brake pad service.
Cross-references BENDIX PREMIUM COPPER FREE CFM1252, Bosch BP1252 and Hella Pagid 355008721 for the same application. See all 24.
Akebono EUR1252 Front Brake Pads for Smart Fortwo
The Akebono Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad EUR1252 is a front disc brake pad set for select Smart Fortwo models. It brings Akebono’s ceramic brake technology to a fitment-specific replacement for 2005-2016 Smart Fortwo front applications.
Key Features
- Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for front disc brake service
- Fits 2008-2016 Smart Fortwo, front
- Fits 2005-2007 Smart Fortwo, front, without abutment clips
- Akebono part number EUR1252 for easy catalog matching
- OE-focused brake technology from a brand known for advanced friction development
Product Details
Akebono developed ceramic brake technology and supplies original equipment brake components across a wide range of vehicles. The Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is aimed at European-style braking performance, with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control. For Smart Fortwo owners, EUR1252 provides a direct front brake pad option for the listed model years, including 2008-2016 Smart Fortwo front and 2005-2007 Smart Fortwo front without abutment clips. This part cross-references Bosch BP1252 for the same application.
Common Brake Issues Addressed
- Squealing or brake noise during everyday driving
- Brake vibration or uneven pedal feel from worn front pads
- Reduced stopping performance caused by pad wear
- Brake dust buildup associated with aging friction material
- Front brake service needs on Smart Fortwo models
Installation Notes
Verify front axle fitment before ordering and confirm whether your 2005-2007 Smart Fortwo uses the no-abutment-clip configuration. Inspect rotors, caliper hardware, and pad contact surfaces during installation, and follow the vehicle service procedure for bedding-in new pads after installation.
Quality Assurance
Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established supplier of advanced brake technology with technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France. EUR1252 is part of the Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line and is backed by Akebono’s brake engineering experience.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | ELECTRIC | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2015 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2014 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2013 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2012 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2011 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2010 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2009 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2008 | Smart | Fortwo | — | — | — | Front | Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2007 | Smart | Fortwo | 0.8L | L3 | — | Front | Without abutment clips; Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2006 | Smart | Fortwo | 0.8L | L3 | — | Front | Without abutment clips; Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
| 2005 | Smart | Fortwo | 0.8L | L3 | — | Front | Without abutment clips; Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad |
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