Akebono EUR394A Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad for Jaguar

The Akebono Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad, part number EUR394A, is a front disc brake pad set for select Jaguar applications. It is built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology and NVH-focused friction development for quiet, controlled braking performance.

Key Features

• Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for refined braking feel
• Front disc brake pad set for select Jaguar models
• Developed by Akebono, a long-standing OE brake technology supplier
• Engineered with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control
• Part number EUR394A for accurate ordering and cross-reference matching

Product Line Details

Akebono’s Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is aimed at European vehicle brake systems that call for consistent pedal response and low-noise operation. For Jaguar XK8, XKR, XJ8, XJR, XJ6, XJ12, and Vanden Plas front brake service, this line provides a ceramic pad option matched to the demands of premium passenger cars.

Fitment

• Fits 1997-2006 Jaguar XK8, front
• Fits 2000-2006 Jaguar XKR, front with ATE calipers
• Fits 1990-2003 Jaguar Vanden Plas, front with ATE calipers
• Fits 1998-2003 Jaguar XJ8, front
• Fits 2001-2003 Jaguar XJR, front
• Fits 1995-2000 Jaguar XJR, front
• Fits 1990-1997 Jaguar XJ6, front
• Fits 1995-1996 Jaguar XJ12, front with single piston caliper
• Fits 1991-1992 Jaguar XJ12, front with single piston caliper

What It Helps Address

• Brake squeal during everyday driving
• Uneven or inconsistent front brake response
• Worn front pads on Jaguar luxury sedans and coupes
• Noise and vibration concerns in premium brake systems
• Replacement needs for front disc brake service on ATE-caliper and standard systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rotor condition, caliper type, and vehicle year before installation. This part cross-references Wagner Brake PD394A and Raybestos Brakes PGD901M for the same application. Verify the front axle fitment on Jaguar XK8, XKR, XJ8, XJR, XJ6, XJ12, and Vanden Plas models before ordering. Follow factory service procedures and bed in the pads according to the brake system manufacturer’s recommendations.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is recognized for ceramic brake technology and supplies original equipment brake products across a wide range of vehicles. The company maintains technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France, supporting ongoing friction material development and brake system refinement.