Bendix Friction CFC1008 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Bendix Rear Brake Pads for Mazda RX-8

Bendix Friction CFC1008 is a rear disc brake pad set for the 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8. It is part of the Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR line, built for drivers who want a vehicle-specific brake pad solution with OE-style fit and noise control.

Key Features

• Vehicle tested to meet or exceed industry performance standards
• OE-designed 4-layer premium noise-eliminating shim
• 100% copper-free, vehicle-specific friction formula
• Coverage for late-model applications in the Bendix Premium Copper Free line
• Includes brake lubricant and hangtag

Product Line Details

The Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR line focuses on copper-free brake pad and shoe formulations for North American applications. For the Mazda RX-8 rear brake application, CFC1008 is engineered around the vehicle’s braking requirements and uses a ceramic-based, copper-free formula to support consistent pedal feel and controlled noise.

Detailed Description

Use Bendix Friction CFC1008 when replacing rear disc brake pads on the 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8. The pad set is vehicle tested for performance validation and uses a 4-layer shim design to help reduce brake noise. Its copper-free formulation supports compliance with the Copper-Free Initiative in North America while maintaining a vehicle-specific fitment profile for the Mazda RX-8 rear brake system. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear brake noise during stops
• Uneven or worn brake pad friction material
• Brake service needs on a 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 rear disc setup
• Replacement of copper-containing brake pad formulations
• Restoring OE-style braking response after pad wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8, rear. Confirm rotor condition, caliper hardware condition, and pad fitment before installation. Clean the braking surfaces, apply the supplied brake lubricant where specified by the service procedure, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding process after installation. Verify the rear pad shape and hardware match the existing brake assembly on your Mazda RX-8 before completing service.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction validates this pad set through vehicle testing to support performance that meets or exceeds industry standards. The OE-designed shim and copper-free formula are part of the Bendix Premium Copper Free Ceramic BPR product strategy for consistent, application-specific brake service.