Beck Arnley 085-6981 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

OE-Style Rear Brake Pads for BMW

Beck Arnley 085-6981 is a rear disc brake pad set built for direct replacement on select BMW applications. It is designed around OE form, fit, and function, with ceramic friction material and included abutment clips for a precise service replacement.

Compatible with BMW X3, X4, 530i, 528i, 535i, 535d, ActiveHybrid 5, Z4, and i8 rear brake applications, this part number 085-6981 supports clean, confident brake service on covered vehicles.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad set for select BMW models
• Ceramic formulation for consistent everyday braking performance
• Abutment clips included
• Direct replacement design for OE-style fit and function
• Built to Beck Arnley specifications for foreign nameplate applications

Detailed Description

Beck Arnley 085-6981 is engineered as a direct replacement brake pad set for BMW rear brake service. The ceramic pad material is selected for applications that call for stable braking characteristics and dependable wear behavior, while the OE-focused design helps maintain proper fit in the caliper bracket and pad hardware interface. This part is listed for rear use only and is not for vehicles with painted calipers where noted in the fitment data.

Fits 2011-2017 BMW X3, rear; Fits 2015-2018 BMW X4, rear; Fits 2017-2019 BMW 530i, rear; Fits 2011-2016 BMW 528i, rear; Fits 2012-2016 BMW 535i, rear; Fits 2014-2016 BMW 535d, rear; Fits 2012-2016 BMW ActiveHybrid 5, rear; Fits 2015-2016 BMW Z4, rear; Fits 2014-2017 BMW i8, rear; Fits 2019-2020 BMW i8, rear; Fits 2019-2020 BMW X4, rear; Fits 2021-2023 BMW X4, rear.

Common Brake Service Issues It Can Address

• Rear brake pad wear that triggers service replacement
• Squeal or noise caused by worn friction material
• Reduced braking response from depleted pads
• Uneven pad contact related to worn pad hardware interfaces
• Brake service needs on BMW rear disc brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear caliper style and trim-specific notes before ordering, especially for BMW X4 and 530i applications with painted calipers called out in the fitment data. Inspect rotors, caliper slides, and pad contact points during service, and replace any worn or damaged components as needed to restore proper brake operation. Confirm the vehicle match by year, model, and rear position before installation.

Quality Assurance

Beck Arnley sources parts through a global network and specifies them to meet OE-style requirements for foreign nameplate vehicles. The brand focuses on direct replacement fit, function, and durability for dependable service on covered BMW applications.