2021 BMW 540i Brake Parts

Wagner TQ® brake pads feature a zero-copper friction formulation and a unique Integrally Molded Insulator (IMI) technology for quieter operation.

Product Features:

• EXCEPTIONAL BRAKING POWER — Advanced friction formulations dissipate heat for superior braking performance
• ONE-PIECE DESIGN — IMI┐ technology integrates friction material, backing plate and insulator into the brake pad for select applications
• HARDWARE INCLUIDO: Hardware de acero inoxidable de primera calidad incluido para aplicaciones selectas

Dual Technology Ceramic (DTC) – Low Noise – Low Dust WBR ceramic brake pads are specially formulated for driving conditions that require superior friction effectiveness without compromising low noise or low dust characteristics. The advanced ceramic formulation mitigates wheel dust, brake fade, low speed and high heat squeal, at the same time providing positive pedal feel and long-life. Every WBR ceramic brake pad comes with a platform specific shim and has a burnished contact surface (scorched) just like OEM pads to ensure easy break-in and proper long-term functionality. Advanced Material Platform Specific Brake Pad Shims: To effectively combat brake squeal, WBR utilizes different advanced materials in the shim construction, as well as fastening the shim to the pad with both mechanical tabs and silicone adhesives. This platform specific advanced material shim design is included with every WBR brake pad.

Product Features:

• Original Equipment Performance
• Solid Pedal Feel With Smooth Braking Performance
• Ultra-Quiet Ceramic Formulation
• Low Dust – Long Life
• Advanced Material Platform Specific Shims
• Scorched for Easy Break In
• Positive Mold Construction
• All WBR Pads are 100% Shimmed

Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment (O.E.) replacement brake pads designed for consistent, quiet and clean braking. Our brake pads are engineered by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Carquest Premium Gold brake pads utilize application-specific friction formulations that provide extended pad life and cleaner wheels. These brake pads also feature OE-designed slots and chamfers for consistent performance. To prevent noise, our Carquest Premium Gold brake pads also utilize a multi-layer shim and are supplied with new brake hardware (most applications-see fitment notes). Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are the best choice when looking for brake pads that meet or exceed the OE stopping performance.

Product Features:

• Application-specific friction formulations provide shorter stopping distances and extended pad life
• Hardware included for most applications
• OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
• Multi-layer shim provides near silent braking
• Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion

Akebono EURO® Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pads provide exactly the ideal vehicle control and performance response intended by the manufacturers of European makes. Maintain the enhanced pedal feel of European braking performance with brake pads and friction formulas engineered specifically for your vehicle and manufactured in the USA. Brake Pads That Ensure Optimal Responsiveness and Cleaner Wheels European car owners across North America now have a brake pad solution that will keep their wheels virtually free from dust and provide the European stopping power they expect. The use of our exclusive, highly advanced ceramic brake pad technology means that Akebono’s EURO Ultra-Premium brake pads provide excellent stopping power while extending rotor life and virtually eliminating brake dust, so the wheels on your European vehicle will remain their cleanest. In addition, Akebono EURO Ultra-Premium ceramic brake pads control noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) and help ensure longer rotor life. They are the ultimate upgrade for semi-metallic and low-metallic brake pads. Akebono: The Industry Standard for European Manufacturers For over two decades, Akebono Ceramic Technology® (ACT) has been standard on many of North America’s passenger cars, light trucks, and SUVs and has set the benchmark for ceramic pads used in OE vehicle production. Now European manufacturers request Akebono brake products, and we can deliver that level of reliability to your replacement brake pads. Akebono manufactures replacement disc pads that contain the same materials, engineering, quality standards, and advanced technologies used to create our original ceramic brake pads. The use of Akebono ceramic brake pads ensures customer satisfaction and eliminates unnecessary return visits to the shop.

Product Features:

• Ultimate upgrade for OE semi-metallic, organic and low-metallic brake pads
• Ultra-Quiet – controls noise, vibration and harshness level
• European braking performance with enhanced pedal feel
• Extremely rotor friendly for longer rotor life
• Friction formulas specially designed for European vehicles

Carquest Platinum painted brake rotors meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications, delivering superior stopping power with proper harmonic design and non-directional finish that eliminate noise. Carquest Platinum painted rotors feature RotorShield, a rust-inhibiting barrier that provides up to 5 times more protection than non-painted rotors. The RotorShield barrier is applied to the rotor hat to protect from unsightly rust and help maintain a like-new appearance. Our rotors are designed to effectively dissipate heat, helping to eliminate brake fade and increase the life of the pads and rotors. Carquest Platinum painted brake rotors are designed for long-lasting and quiet braking with superior performance. PLEASE NOTE: Vanes are directional for cooling purposes â¿¿ Double check fitment

Product Features:

• Engineered to withstand 120 hours of salt spray testing
• Meets or exceeds OE design for superior stopping power
• Exceeds ISO manufacturing guidelines (International Organization for Standardization)
• Matches OE vane size for proper cooling
• Optimal metallurgy and casting thickness to preventing warping
• Air gap eliminates brake fade and increases pad life
• Non-directional finish decreases break-in time
• PLEASE NOTE: Directional cooling vanes to match original equipment â¿¿ Double check fitment
• PLEASE NOTE: Directional cooling vanes to match original equipment Γ┐┐ Double check fitment

Since 2008 Zimmermann is offering almost 400 Standard and almost 400 Sports Brake Discs in a coated version named Coat Z. The Zimmermann Coat-Z brake disc provides a protective coating that prevents rust and corrosion, extended rotor life and improved visual appearance. To improve the rust protection during storage and usage, Otto Zimmermann GmbH implements this new Coat-Z technology step by step in its production range. Beside the still optimum function of the brake disc, this coating ensures a consistent attractive appearance. Zimmermann brake discs are usually made of cast iron (with flake graphite) of different qualities; they correspond to the material used for the original spare parts. Therefore, the utilization of such materials (referred to as High Carbon by the competition) has always been a matter of course for Otto Zimmermann.

Product Features:

• Coat-Z protective anti-corrosion coating
• No formation of rust at the hub and herewith improved visual appearance
• Immediate functional capability without removal of the coating before mounting
• Excellent deceleration action and no distortion of friction ring at high temperatures
• Substantial weight saving and therefore less unsprung mass
• Floating mounting enables radial expansion of the brake disc under relatively heavy loads, thus preventing shielding and increasing resistance to heat cracks
• Hot spots prevented by optimized design of ventilation channels
• 1:1 exchange of original disc possible
• Not subject to registration: general ABE certification supplied with disc
• No conversion required for brake tuning

WBR Run True Technology Metallurgic-Gray (MG) Finished Rotors All World Brake Resources (WBR) brake rotors with Run-True technology are manufactured to match the exact OE fit, OE construction, and precision finishing to ensure quick and easy installation, as well as trouble-free functionality for the life of the rotor. The Metallurgic-Gray coating is applied to all outward non-friction surfaces including in the gap between the plates covering the cooling vanes and cured through an oven drying process. The Gray coating provides an effective anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance. The coating used for WBR is also similar to the OE color used by many OE car makes. WBR Brake Rotors with Run-True Technology have ultra tight tolerances that provide the finest braking experience, from break in throughout the life of the rotor, reducing the chance of warping even under extreme braking temperatures. The coated brake disc provides a protective water based coating that prevents rust and corrosion, extended rotor life and improved visual appearance. WBR Brake Rotors are manufactured to meet or exceed the original equipment manufacturer specification for durability, fit, and function.

Product Features:

• High metallurgical and machining standard to improve stopping distances
• Produced to match OE design fitment – G 3000 gray iron
• Mill balanced
• TS16949 certified
• Non-directional finish provides smooth vibration free performance
• No need for machining prior to installation
• Durable Metallurgic-Gray finish to all outward non-friction surfaces
• Metallurgic-Gray anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance
• Compatible with NAO, Ceramic and Semi-Met pad compounds for reduced noise
• Designed to minimize brake fade and extend pad and rotor life

WBR Run True Technology Metallurgic-Gray (MG) Finished Rotors All World Brake Resources (WBR) brake rotors with Run-True technology are manufactured to match the exact OE fit, OE construction, and precision finishing to ensure quick and easy installation, as well as trouble-free functionality for the life of the rotor. The Metallurgic-Gray coating is applied to all outward non-friction surfaces including in the gap between the plates covering the cooling vanes and cured through an oven drying process. The Gray coating provides an effective anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance. The coating used for WBR is also similar to the OE color used by many OE car makes. WBR Brake Rotors with Run-True Technology have ultra tight tolerances that provide the finest braking experience, from break in throughout the life of the rotor, reducing the chance of warping even under extreme braking temperatures. The coated brake disc provides a protective water based coating that prevents rust and corrosion, extended rotor life and improved visual appearance. WBR Brake Rotors are manufactured to meet or exceed the original equipment manufacturer specification for durability, fit, and function.

Product Features:

• High metallurgical and machining standard to improve stopping distances
• Produced to match OE design fitment – G 3000 gray iron
• Mill balanced
• TS16949 certified
• Non-directional finish provides smooth vibration free performance
• No need for machining prior to installation
• Durable Metallurgic-Gray finish to all outward non-friction surfaces
• Metallurgic-Gray anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance
• Compatible with NAO, Ceramic and Semi-Met pad compounds for reduced noise
• Designed to minimize brake fade and extend pad and rotor life
• 24/24 Warranty – limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship Technical Service Bulletins

Product Features:

• Made in the USA
• OE Manufacturer
• Ceramic Brake Pad
• Low Dust
• Powerful Quiet Stopping
• Ultra-Premium
• Extremely Rotor-Friendly for Longer Rotor Life

The Z17 Evolution Ceramic Brake Pad and Hardware set is a stock replacement brake pad set for your daily driven vehicle. The ceramic pads’ low-dust formula is validated through on-vehicle 3rd party tests in the USA to keep your wheels looking like new. The pads also feature dual-layer high-temperature rubberized shims that insulate noise for virtually silent braking. If you’re looking to refresh the look and braking performance of your old, worn-out brakes, look no further. Say hello to a smooth, quiet commute with Z17 Evolution Ceramic Brake Pads.

Product Features:

• PowerStop Z17 Evolution Clean Ride Ceramic brake pads are engineered for noise free braking
• Z17 Evolution brake pads are manufactured under TS16949 standards to OEM specifications including chamfers and slots
• The pad surfaces are thermal scorched for fast break-in
• Includes premium stainless-steel hardware for hassle free installation
• Multi-Layer rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking
• Includes Premium stainless-steel hardware for easy installation

Bosch QuietCast Premium raises aftermarket brake pad technology to a whole new level. Employing the industry’s best pre-attached, rubber core shims and Molded Shim Technology (on selected applications), QuietCast delivers the quiet operation you and your customers expect with the durability and long life that are the hallmarks of all Bosch products. Every Bosch QuietCast Disc Brake Pad is fitted with the industry’s best pre-attached rubber core shim. This shim style is the most predominant type used by OE manufacturers and is exclusively offered by Bosch for the independent aftermarket.

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent and Direct Fit application.
• OE style rubber-core shims
• Advanced, platform-specific Semi Metallic formulation
• Dedicated engineers source and rigorously test all friction materials and formulations
• Manufactured under the same exacting quality standards as OE components and system
• Powder-coated backing plate
• Rigorous physical and dynamometer testing
• Synthetic lubricant in box
• Pads individually wrapped Bosch Molded Shim Technology (MST)*** (On Select Applications)
• At the time of pressing, heat, adhesive and pressure mold the multi-layer shim to the backing plate and friction material creating an integrally molded unit.
• Shim stays attached throughout the life of the pad; won’t walk or slide on the backing plate
• Provides maximum stability resulting in quieter shim performance over the life of the pad

Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are original equipment (O.E.) replacement brake pads designed for consistent, quiet and clean braking. Our brake pads are engineered by manufacturers that meet IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. Carquest Premium Gold brake pads utilize application-specific friction formulations that provide extended pad life and cleaner wheels. These brake pads also feature OE-designed slots and chamfers for consistent performance. To prevent noise, our Carquest Premium Gold brake pads also utilize a multi-layer shim and are supplied with new brake hardware (most applications-see fitment notes). Carquest Premium Gold brake pads are the best choice when looking for brake pads that meet or exceed the OE stopping performance.

Product Features:

• Application-specific friction formulations provide shorter stopping distances and extended pad life
• Hardware included for most applications
• OE-designed slots and chamfers to reduce noise and vibration
• Multi-layer shim provides near silent braking
• Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion

Carquest Professional Platinum Euro brake pads are the optimal braking solution that provide an unmatched level of performance and reliability. These brake pads are engineered by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) that meets IATF 16949 certified framework, an internationally recognized proof of quality in the automotive industry. We use an industry-leading number of friction formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life on each application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads also utilize a patented 4-layer HEX shim, now upgraded with aramid fibers, to provide quiet braking and reduce shim wear. We include the wear sensors for most European applications that require replacement. These brake pads are also supplied with coated brake hardware and caliper pin grease for nearly every application. Carquest Professional Platinum brake pads are the ideal choice when looking for shorter stopping distances, quiet braking and longer-lasting brakes.

Product Features:

• Industry-leading number of application specific formulations for maximum performance and extended pad life
• On-vehicle testing similar to original equipment tests
• Patented 4-Layer HEX Shim Technology provides quiet braking
• HEX shim design utilizes aramid fibers, the same fibers used in bulletproof vests, to reduce shim wear
• Burnishing compound allows for a faster break-in of pads and rotors
• PTFE coated hardware and caliper pin grease included for nearly every application
• Wear sensors included on most European applications that require replacement
• Powder-coated backing plate prevents corrosion

PEX electronic brake pad wear sensors are engineered and manufactured to original equipment specifications and are designed to withstand the extreme heat generated by the brake pads. The engineers at PEX make certain that all materials, parts and tolerances meet the same high standards as the OE brake sensors they supply to brake manufacturers and auto makers worldwide.

Product Features:

• Exact Replacement with OE Fittings and Connectors
• Resistant to Extreme High Heat
• Highly Durable
• Supplied with all required hardware
• PEX is an OE supplier to Brake and Vehicle Manufacturers

The Wearever brand offers a complete line of quality products that are appealing alternatives to higher priced brands without sacrificing quality, durability or performance. Wearever Brake Pad Wear Sensors offer an OE safety feature designed to warn the driver when a brake pad is worn or at the end of its life cycle.

Product Features:

• Triggers a warning light on the dashboard
• Should be replaced each time the brake pad is replaced
• Not available for all makes and models, refer to your vehicle’s owner Manual to validate the number of brake pad wear sensors are required, when applicable

PEX electronic brake pad wear sensors are engineered and manufactured to original equipment specifications and are designed to withstand the extreme heat generated by the brake pads. The engineers at PEX make certain that all materials, parts and tolerances meet the same high standards as the OE brake sensors they supply to brake manufacturers and auto makers worldwide.

Product Features:

• Exact Replacement with OE Fittings and Connectors
• Resistant to Extreme High Heat
• Highly Durable
• Supplied with all required hardware
• PEX is an OE supplier to Brake and Vehicle Manufacturers

Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor

Bowa electronic brake pad wear sensors are engineered and manufactured to original equipment specifications and are designed to withstand the extreme heat generated by the brake pads. The engineers at Bowa make certain that all materials, parts and tolerances meet the same high standards as the OE brake sensors they supply to brake manufacturers and auto makers worldwide.

Product Features:

• Exact Replacement with OE Fittings and Connectors
• Highly Durable and Resistant to Temperatures
• Supplied with OE style electrical connectors
• Bowa is an OE supplier to Brake and Vehicle Manufacturers

ABS Modulator Insula

ATE, a brand of Continental with more than 100 years of experience in brake development, is once again setting the standards in quality, innovation and system expertise. The high-carbon brake discs have a number of positive characteristics – they optimize durability and prevent, for example, brake judder and noise. With extremely low tolerances of max. 30 µm for lateral runout and max. 10 µm for thickness variation, ATE provides ideal aftermarket solutions in its role as a system supplier with OE expertise. The tolerances of the centering bores are also extremely low in order to prevent imbalance and radial runout. This contributes to extending the service life of the wheel suspension and wheel bearings. Depending on the vehicle model, mounting bolts are included with the brake discs at no extra charge. These mounting bolts are used to fix the brake disc to the wheel hub during installation. The bolt symbol on the brake disc label provides a clear indication that mounting bolts are included in the package. The mounting bolts included with ATE brake disc packages are always coated bolts, which reduces their susceptibility to corrosion and increases the longevity of the product. The MetaCote protective coating formulation is cured at approximately 572F. No grease or oil to remove. This helps protect against road salt, brake fluid and other corrosives – sheds water and dirt for clean appearance behind cast spoke wheels. Reduction in overall installation time.

Product Features:

• OE-equivalent and a direct fit replacement.
• Patented RotorLife wear indicator.
• Optimum performance at all temperatures.
• Reduced rotor wear.
• less susceptible to noise and vibration.
• MetaCote protective anti-corrosion coating.

Pilenga Brake Discs, 100% Made in Italy The Pilenga coated brake disc provides a protective water based coating that prevents rust and corrosion, extended rotor life and improved visual appearance. Pilenga manufactures OE-Quality Brake Discs that assures maximum performance and enhanced driving comfort, providing the same levels of quality, technology and performance that are found in many of the OEM fitments. With enhanced thermal inertia, Pilenga High Carbon discs reduce both vibration and noise. Pilenga’s meticulously controlled production process makes it possible to precisely contrast the chemical composition of the cast iron, maximizing the percentage of carbon in the discs.

Product Features:

• OE-Equivalent and a direct fit replacement
• Excellent braking performance.
• Attractive appearance (strong visual impact combined with alloy wheels)
• Eco-Friendly long lasting corrosion resistance
• High carbon content
• No reduction in friction coefficient with Pilenga coated brake discs

StopTech is the high performance and racing brand from Centric Parts – a leading innovator of world class brake components and systems for production-based race cars and high performance vehicles on the street and track. StopTech was the first to offer balanced brake upgrades for production cars and remains the worldwide leader with over 700 platform offerings that dramatically improve overall braking performance.

Product Features:

• Premium e-coated rotor with advanced metallurgy that greatly reduces pad squeal
• Especially effective with higher friction, European style brake pad compounds
• Slotted for increased bite, improved looks and better performance

COATED HC ROTOR

Carquest Platinum painted brake rotors meet or exceed original equipment (O.E.) specifications, delivering superior stopping power with proper harmonic design and non-directional finish that eliminate noise. Carquest Platinum painted rotors feature RotorShield, a rust-inhibiting barrier that provides up to 5 times more protection than non-painted rotors. The RotorShield barrier is applied to the rotor hat to protect from unsightly rust and help maintain a like-new appearance. Our rotors are designed to effectively dissipate heat, helping to eliminate brake fade and increase the life of the pads and rotors. Carquest Platinum painted brake rotors are designed for long-lasting and quiet braking with superior performance.

Product Features:

• Engineered to withstand 120 hours of salt spray testing
• Meets or exceeds OE design for superior stopping power
• Exceeds ISO manufacturing guidelines (International Organization for Standardization)
• Matches OE vane size for proper cooling
• Optimal metallurgy and casting thickness to preventing warping
• Air gap eliminates brake fade and increases pad life
• Non-directional finish decreases break-in time

StopTech is the high performance and racing brand from Centric Parts – a leading innovator of world class brake components and systems for production-based race cars and high performance vehicles on the street and track. StopTech was the first to offer balanced brake upgrades for production cars and remains the worldwide leader with over 700 platform offerings that dramatically improve overall braking performance.

Product Features:

• Premium e-coated rotor with advanced metallurgy that greatly reduces pad squeal
• Especially effective with higher friction, European style brake pad compounds
• Slotted for increased bite, improved looks and better performance

Brake Disc

Carquest Wearever rotors meet or exceed original equipment specifications while delivering superior stopping power. Carquest Wearever rotors are manufactured with proper harmonic design and non-directional finish that eliminate noise and enhance pedal feel. Our rotors are designed to effectively dissipate heat, helping to eliminate brake fade and increase the life of your pads and rotors. Carquest Wearever rotors are designed for long-lasting and quiet braking with superior performance.

Product Features:

• Meets or exceeds OE design for superior stopping power
• Exceeds ISO manufacturing guidelines (International Organization for Standardization)
• Matches OE vane size for proper cooling
• Optimal metallurgy and casting thickness to preventing warping
• Air gap eliminates brake fade and increases pad life
• Non-directional finish decreases break-in time

WBR Run True Technology Metallurgic-Gray (MG) Finished Rotors All World Brake Resources (WBR) brake rotors with Run-True technology are manufactured to match the exact OE fit, OE construction, and precision finishing to ensure quick and easy installation, as well as trouble-free functionality for the life of the rotor. The Metallurgic-Gray coating is applied to all outward non-friction surfaces including in the gap between the plates covering the cooling vanes and cured through an oven drying process. The Gray coating provides an effective anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance. The coating used for WBR is also similar to the OE color used by many OE car makes. WBR Brake Rotors with Run-True Technology have ultra tight tolerances that provide the finest braking experience, from break in throughout the life of the rotor, reducing the chance of warping even under extreme braking temperatures. The coated brake disc provides a protective water based coating that prevents rust and corrosion, extended rotor life and improved visual appearance. WBR Brake Rotors are manufactured to meet or exceed the original equipment manufacturer specification for durability, fit, and function.

Product Features:

• High metallurgical and machining standard to improve stopping distances
• Produced to match OE design fitment – G 3000 gray iron
• Mill balanced
• TS16949 certified
• Non-directional finish provides smooth vibration free performance
• No need for machining prior to installation
• Durable Metallurgic-Gray finish to all outward non-friction surfaces
• Metallurgic-Gray anti-rust protection to help maintain a clean appearance
• Compatible with NAO, Ceramic and Semi-Met pad compounds for reduced noise
• Designed to minimize brake fade and extend pad and rotor life
• 24/24 Warranty – limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship Technical Service Bulletins