Description of π₯ Power Stop Z23-1723 Z23 Evolution Sport Brake Pad with Carbon Fiber Infused Ceramic Technology and Hardware
Carbon Fiber infused Evolution ceramic formula for superior braking power. Powder coated backing plate extends life by resisting rust and corrosion. Premium rubberized shims provide virtually noise-free braking. Chamfered and slotted like OE pads to ensure noise-free braking. Includes ceramic brake lubricant and premium hardware kit.
The pads I received do not look like the 2016 Honda Pilot OEM at all. For example, the brake wear tab is in the middle of the pads I've received and at the bottom on OEMs. Also note that this particular item is non-returnable, so be careful!
These front brake pads do not quite fit my 2014 Acura MDX SH-AWD as advertised. We installed the brakes with no problems. A few days later we started hearing noises that sounded like the car was an old wreck. Thinking we had an entirely different problem, we went to the Acura dealer for diagnosis. It turned out that these brake pads did not fit properly, which led to the noises we experienced. The end result was to remove the pads post-sale and replace them with original Acura brake pads. Theβ¦
These ceramic brake pads were a great purchase for my 2014 Acura MDX. They smoked and smelled the first day after I replaced them but they fell asleep fairly quickly and quit smoking on the 2nd day. I didn't make any aggressive stops and just drove normally. I checked the wheels for excessive heat but it was quite difficult to tell as the temperature was around 80 degrees even at night. They stop the car very well and I have more confidence in them than the original pads that came with my MDXβ¦