ATE 609031 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

ATE Original Disc Brake Pads for BMW Front Brakes

ATE Original Disc Brake Pads deliver a front disc brake pad set built around semi-metallic friction material, slotted pad faces, and steel backing plates for consistent braking performance. This ATE 609031 brake pad set is a direct fit for select BMW applications, including 1980-1981 BMW 528i front, 1985-1986 BMW 735i front, 1987-1988 BMW M6 front, and 1988 BMW M5 front.

The ATE Original Disc Brake Pads line focuses on application-specific pad compounds and noise control features. ATE uses a broad range of friction formulations across its brake pad lineup, and this product follows that approach with ECE-R90 certification, prepared-for-wear-sensor compatibility, and slotted friction surfaces for stable pad behavior under braking.

Key Features

• ATE Original Disc Brake Pads, part number 609031
• Front disc brake pad set for select BMW models
• Semi-metallic friction material with integrally molded attachment
• Slotted pad design for controlled braking response
• Steel backing material for pad support
• Prepared for pad wear sensor use
• ECE-R90 certified for regulated brake performance
• Outer and inner pad friction thickness: 19.00 mm
• Outer and inner pad dimensions: 70.50 mm height x 89.70 mm width

Detailed Description

ATE 609031 is a front disc brake pad set engineered for BMW 528i, 735i, M6, and M5 applications listed above. The pad design uses semi-metallic friction material with a slotted surface and steel backing to support predictable pedal feel and braking consistency. The pads are prepared for a wear sensor, which is important for vehicles equipped to monitor pad condition, while the ECE-R90 certification supports standardized brake pad performance requirements. If you are searching for BMW front brake pads for a 1988 BMW M5, 1987-1988 BMW M6, or 1980-1986 BMW sedan application, this ATE Original Disc Brake Pads set matches those fitments directly. This part cross-references ATE AE7090 and FMSI 7090-D163 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Front brake pad wear on listed BMW applications
• Reduced braking consistency from worn friction material
• Brake noise concerns associated with aged pads
• Loss of pad thickness and braking response
• Need for a direct-fit BMW front disc brake pad replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad hardware condition before installation. This pad set does not include mounting hardware, pad shims, brake lubricant, or abutment clips. Because the pads are prepared for a wear sensor, confirm sensor compatibility on the vehicle before service. Always follow BMW brake service procedures and bed in the pads according to the vehicle and friction material requirements.

Quality Assurance

ATE states that its brake pad compounds are validated through independent testing and that the brand uses noise-damping construction methods across its brake pad range. The ATE Original Disc Brake Pads line is built to meet ECE-R90 certification requirements and to support consistent braking performance on the specified BMW front applications.