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Bendix Friction SBM594 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
| Brand | Bendix Friction SBM594 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Product line | Stop Semi-Metallic |
| Fits | Audi · 6 vehicles |
OE-spec fit. Designed to meet original equipment standards for fit, form, and function.
Multi-layer shim. Helps reduce noise and supports smoother, more consistent braking.
Semi-metallic formula. Built for dependable stopping performance in a disc brake pad set.
Bendix Friction SBM594 Front Brake Pads
The Bendix Friction Stop Semi-Metallic SBM594 disc brake pad set is built for OE-style fit, form, and function on select Audi performance sedans and luxury models. It is engineered for front brake service on 2000-2003 Audi A8 Quattro and 2001-2003 Audi S8 applications with the specified rotor setup.
Key Features
- Designed to OE standards for consistent pedal feel and braking response
- Multi-layer shim helps reduce noise and vibration
- Burnishing strips included where available to support pad bedding
- Semi-metallic formula matches original equipment pad material on listed applications
- Hardware included where applicable; some fitments note hardware not included
Product Details
Bendix Friction’s Stop Semi-Metallic line focuses on OE-level replacement coverage for North American vehicles, with materials and construction selected to match factory braking requirements. The SBM594 is a front disc brake pad set for Audi A8 Quattro and Audi S8 models listed below, including 2000-2003 Audi A8 Quattro, front with 345mm rotors, and 2001-2003 Audi S8, front. This part number, SBM594, is intended for vehicles that originally used semi-metallic front pads.
This part cross-references no listed aftermarket part numbers for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front brake pad wear on listed Audi applications
- Brake noise from worn or uneven pad material
- Reduced braking consistency caused by aged friction material
- Factory-style replacement needs for OE semi-metallic setups
- Service replacement for front brake maintenance on Audi A8 Quattro and Audi S8
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify rotor diameter before ordering: the 2000-2003 Audi A8 Quattro fitment listed here requires 345mm rotors. Hardware is not included on the listed Audi applications, so inspect existing clips and related components before installation. Proper pad bedding is recommended after installation, and the burnishing strips should be used where provided to help establish even contact. Confirm front axle fitment and compare the removed pads to the SBM594 before assembly.
Quality Assurance
Bendix Friction positions the Stop line as an OE-specification brake offering designed to meet factory expectations for fit, form, and function. The SBM594 is built for safe, consistent, and reliable braking performance on the listed Audi applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | — | Front | w/ 345mm Rotors; Hardware Not Included; Original Equipment Pad Material Is Semi-Metallic; Stop Semi-Metallic |
| 2003 | Audi | S8 | — | — | Front | Hardware not included; semi-metallic pad material for original equipment.; Stop Semi-Metallic |
| 2002 | Audi | A8 Quattro | — | — | Front | w/ 345mm Rotors; Hardware Not Included; Original Equipment Pad Material Is Semi-Metallic; Stop Semi-Metallic |
| 2002 | Audi | S8 | — | — | Front | Hardware not included; semi-metallic pad material for original equipment.; Stop Semi-Metallic |
| 2001 | Audi | S8 | — | — | Front | Hardware not included; semi-metallic pad material for original equipment.; Stop Semi-Metallic |
| 2000 | Audi | A8 Quattro | 4.2L | V8 | Front | w/ 345mm Rotors; Hardware Not Included; Original Equipment Pad Material Is Semi-Metallic; Stop Semi-Metallic |
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