PowerStop PSA-340 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear Track Day Brake Pads for Audi and Volkswagen

Power Stop PSA-340 rear brake pads are built for experienced track day drivers and spec racing use, including vehicles running R-compound tires. This rear disc brake pad set is tuned for platform-specific performance, with a metallic friction material that delivers a strong coefficient of friction and fade resistance under repeated high-heat braking.

Compatible with select Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, A8, A8 Quattro, S4, S8, Allroad Quattro, and Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Passat, Golf, Golf City, Jetta City, R32, Cabrio, Quantum, Eos, and Golf SportWagen rear applications, PSA-340 is aimed at drivers who need consistent pedal response on track. The Power Stop Track Day Spec line focuses on vehicle-specific pad compounds rather than a one-size-fits-all formula.

Key Features

• Power Stop PSA-340 rear advanced track day brake pads
• Metallic friction material for performance braking
• Slotted pad design
• Chamfered edges for smoother pad engagement
• Pad shims included
• Brake lubricant included
• Mounting hardware included
• Inner and outer pad thickness: 14.3 mm
• No pad wear sensor included

Track Day Spec Product Line

The Power Stop Track Day Spec brake pad line is developed for demanding motorsport conditions. Power Stop matches pad compounds to specific vehicle platforms to help maintain friction consistency and reduce fade during repeated braking events, making PSA-340 a focused rear pad choice for track day and spec-series use.

Detailed Description

PSA-340 is a rear disc brake pad set engineered for performance-oriented braking on select Audi and Volkswagen platforms. The slotted, chamfered design supports stable pad behavior, while the metallic compound is selected for track use where heat management and repeatable braking matter. This part number is a direct fit for many rear rotor and caliper configurations, including several applications with 253 mm rear rotors and select Audi models with larger rotor sizes.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake fade during repeated high-speed stops
• Inconsistent pedal feel on track days
• Reduced braking confidence with R-compound tires
• Wear issues from high-temperature braking events
• Need for a rear pad matched to specific Audi and Volkswagen platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear rotor diameter, caliper type, and VIN or chassis break points before ordering. Some fitments require 253 mm rear rotors, while others specify rotor diameter or VIN/chassis cutoffs. Clean the caliper bracket and rotor surfaces before installation, apply the supplied brake lubricant where appropriate, and follow proper bedding-in procedures for track pads before hard use.

Quality Assurance

Power Stop develops the Track Day Spec line with platform-specific compound selection and performance testing for motorsport-style braking demands. PSA-340 is built as a performance-grade rear pad set for select Audi and Volkswagen applications listed in the fitment data.