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R1 Concepts 2551-0972-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

R1 Optimum Oe Pads, Front
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📦R1 Optimum Oe Pads, Front
🚗Fitment: Cadillac and Saab, 9-3 and BLS
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R1 Concepts OE Pad Set for Saab and Cadillac

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-0972-00, are front disc brake pads for select Saab 9-3 and Cadillac BLS applications. This brake pad set is built for direct replacement use on the listed vehicles and front brake positions.

Key Features

  • Disc brake pad set for front axle applications
  • R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
  • Direct fit for select Saab 9-3 and Cadillac BLS models
  • Part number 2551-0972-00 for accurate ordering and lookup
  • Compatible with listed 302mm front disc configurations and solid rear disc notes where specified

Detailed Description

The R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads line focuses on OE-style replacement fitment for everyday braking service. This set, part number 2551-0972-00, is listed for front brake use on 2003-2011 Saab 9-3 and 2007-2008 Cadillac BLS applications shown below. If you are searching for front brake pads for a Saab 9-3, or a front disc brake pad set for a Cadillac BLS, this part matches the cataloged vehicle and position data.

Compatible With: 2010-2011 Saab 9-3, front; 2008-2009 Saab 9-3, front; 2007-2008 Cadillac BLS, front; 2006-2007 Saab 9-3, front; 2003-2005 Saab 9-3, front. Part number 2551-0972-00 is the reference to use when confirming the correct front pad set for these applications.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Front brake pad wear on listed Saab 9-3 models
  • Front brake pad replacement on listed Cadillac BLS models
  • Brake service needs tied to OE-style pad fitment
  • Noise or uneven braking caused by worn front pads
  • Routine maintenance for listed front disc brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front brake configuration before ordering. This listing includes 302mm front disc notes on certain Saab 9-3 and Cadillac BLS applications, plus a solid rear disc note on one Saab 9-3 fitment row; match those details to the vehicle before installation. Confirm the front position and compare the existing pad shape to part number 2551-0972-00 for final fitment verification.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts identifies this as part of its R1 Optimum OE Pads line, an OE-style replacement product line for cataloged brake service applications. This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.

This part fits 11 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2011Saab9-3Turbo4Front302mm Front, 292mm Rear Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2010Saab9-32.0TFront302mm Front, 292mm Rear Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2009Saab9-32.8LV6Front302mm Front Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2008CadillacBLSFront302mm Front Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2008Saab9-32.8LV6Front302mm Front Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2007CadillacBLSFront302mm Front Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2007Saab9-32.0LL4FrontSolid Rear Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2006Saab9-32.0LL4FrontSolid Rear Disc; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2005Saab9-3FrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads
2004Saab9-3FrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads
2003Saab9-3LinearFrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.