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Brembo P78010N Disc Brake Pad Set - Front
Overview of Brembo Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad P78010N
The Brembo Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad P78010N is designed specifically for Subaru vehicles including Forester, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback models. This disc brake pad set offers reliable braking performance with features tailored to fit Akebono brake systems.
- Compatible with Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback
- Brake system compatibility: Akebono
- Dimensions: Height 59.4 mm, Width 138 mm, Nominal Thickness 17 mm
- Chamfered surface finishing for reduced noise and improved bedding
- Includes acoustic wear indicator for timely maintenance alerts
- FMSI number: 7589-d721
- WVA numbers: 23558, 23559, 23560
Detailed Product Description
The Brembo Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad P78010N is engineered to meet original equipment standards for Subaru vehicles equipped with Akebono brake systems. The chamfered surface finishing helps minimize brake noise and vibration, contributing to a smoother driving experience. With a nominal thickness of 17 mm and precise dimensions (59.4 mm height and 138 mm width), these pads ensure proper fitment and consistent braking performance. The integrated acoustic wear indicator provides an audible alert when pad replacement is necessary, helping maintain safety and preventing damage to the brake rotor.
This product is part of Brembo's Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad line, which focuses on delivering ceramic brake pads that replicate the performance and durability of original equipment parts. This line is designed to offer a balance of quiet operation, low dust generation, and reliable stopping power, making it suitable for daily driving conditions on Subaru models.
Applications and Problem Solving
- Replacement for worn or damaged disc brake pads on Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, and Outback
- Reduces brake noise and vibration through chamfered surface finishing
- Helps prevent rotor damage by providing timely wear indication
- Maintains consistent braking performance with OE-equivalent thickness and dimensions
- Compatible with Akebono brake systems for proper fit and function
Installation Notes and Tips
- Ensure compatibility with the vehicle’s Akebono brake system before installation
- Inspect rotors for wear or damage and resurface or replace if necessary
- Clean caliper and hardware to prevent uneven pad wear
- Follow manufacturer torque specifications when tightening caliper bolts
- Test brakes at low speed after installation to confirm proper operation
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Brembo disc brake pads are manufactured to meet strict quality standards, ensuring reliable performance and safety. The Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad line undergoes rigorous testing to match original equipment specifications. While specific warranty details for part number P78010N should be confirmed with the point of purchase, Brembo products typically include coverage against manufacturing defects.
| Brand | Brembo |
|---|---|
| Part Number | P78010N |
| Position | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad, Front |
| Brake System | Akebono |
| FMSI | 7589-D721 |
| Height (MM) | 59.4 |
| Nominal Thickness (MM) | 17 |
| Suface Finishing | chamfered |
| WVA | 23558 / 23559 / 23560 |
| Wear Indicator | with acoustic wear indicator |
| Width (MM) | 138 |
This part fits 54 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Subaru | Forester | S | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Forester | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Forester | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Impreza | WRX | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Legacy | L | Front | Disc Brake Pad Set - L Series applications; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Front | Disc Brake Pad Set - L Series applications; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2002 | Subaru | Legacy | GT Limited | Front | Disc Brake Pad Set - L Series applications; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Forester | S | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Forester | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Forester | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Impreza | RS | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Legacy | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Legacy | GT Limited | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | VDC | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | Limited | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | L.L. Bean | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2001 | Subaru | Outback | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Forester | S | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Forester | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Forester | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Impreza | RS | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Legacy | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Legacy | GT Limited | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Outback | Limited | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 2000 | Subaru | Outback | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Forester | S | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Forester | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Forester | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Impreza | RS | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | SUS 30th Anniversary | Front | GT Series; SUS Series; LSI Series; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | Outback | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | Outback Limited | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | Limited 30th Anniversary | Front | GT Series; SUS Series; LSI Series; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | L | Front | GT Series; SUS Series; LSI Series; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | L 30th Anniversary | Front | GT Series; SUS Series; LSI Series; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1999 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Sedan | Front | GT Series; SUS Series; LSI Series; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad |
| 1998 | Subaru | Forester | S | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Forester | L | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Forester | Base | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Impreza | RS | Front | Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Legacy | Postal | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Legacy | Outback | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Legacy | GT Limited | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1998 | Subaru | Legacy | Brighton | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | Postal | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | Outback | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | Outback Limited | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | LSi | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | L | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | GT | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad | |
| 1997 | Subaru | Legacy | Brighton | Front | 2 Piston Caliper; Premium NAO Ceramic OE Equivalent Pad |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.