Akebono EUR689 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono EUR689 Front Brake Pads

The Akebono Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad EUR689 is a front disc brake pad set for select Mercedes-Benz models from 1992-1999. It is built for drivers who want a ceramic brake pad solution with OE-focused noise, vibration, and harshness control.

Akebono Brake Corporation is known for ceramic brake technology and advanced friction development, with engineering and testing resources in Japan, the United States, and France. The Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is aimed at European vehicles that need consistent braking feel and low-noise operation.

Key Features

• Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for front disc brake applications
• Fits Mercedes-Benz CL500, CL600, S320, S420, S500, S600, S350, 300SD, 300SE, 400SEL, 500SEC, 500SEL, 600SEC, 600SEL, and 400SE front brake positions
• Includes electronic wear sensor on listed applications
• OE-focused friction technology from Akebono, a ceramic brake technology pioneer
• Part number EUR689 for catalog and cross-reference lookup

Detailed Description

Akebono EUR689 is a front disc brake pad set engineered for select Mercedes-Benz sedans and coupes from 1992-1999. This application coverage includes 1998-1999 Mercedes-Benz CL500 and CL600, 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S320, S420, S500, S600, 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz S350, 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SD and 300SE, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400SEL, 500SEC, and 600SEC, plus 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL, 600SEL, and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 400SE. The EUR689 part number is also referenced in aftermarket catalogs for the same application.

This part cross-references Raybestos Brakes PGD689C and PGD689M for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake squeal during everyday street driving
• Uneven or inconsistent front brake response
• Wear-sensor service needs on supported Mercedes-Benz applications
• Noise, vibration, and harshness concerns in European brake systems
• Replacement needs for worn front disc brake pads

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front brake configuration before ordering, especially on Mercedes-Benz S-Class and CL-Class applications. Confirm electronic wear sensor requirements and compare the existing pad shape and hardware layout to the vehicle listing. For best results, inspect rotors, calipers, and brake fluid condition during pad replacement, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s service procedure for bedding-in new pads.

Quality Assurance

Akebono develops advanced brake friction materials and supplies original equipment brake technology across global manufacturing and R&D operations. EUR689 is part of the Euro Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line, built around Akebono’s ceramic brake expertise and OE-oriented engineering approach.