EBC DP42006R Yellowstuff 4000-Series Front Brake Pads for 2006-2016 BMW 3-Series

Vehicle Fitment

• 2006-2013 BMW 3-Series (E90/E91/E92/E93) 330i/330d/335i/335xi/335is/335d 3.0L (incl. Alpina B3)
• 2007-2013 BMW 3-Series xDrive AWD variants 330i/330d/335i/335xi 3.0L
• 2009-2016 BMW Z4 (E89) 3.0L sDrive28i/30i/35i/35is Twin-Turbo
• 2009-2011 BMW X1 (E84) 3.0L

Features

• Aramid fiber high-friction compound (~0.60 µ) for immediate cold-bite
• Brake-In™ coating ensures faster bedding and consistent initial performance
• Slotted, chamfered & shimmed to minimize noise and vibration
• Fade-resistant up to ~800 °C, ideal for spirited street driving & towing
• Copper-free (2021 update) for environmental compliance
• R90/ECE-approved for legal street use
• OE-compatible shape with direct bolt-on installation
• Minimal rotor wear and low dust output

Specifications

• Position: Front axle
• Pad dimensions: 155 x 68 x 20 mm
• Weight per set: ~2.1 kg
• FMSI: D918; OE cross-refs: BMW 34116783542/ALPINA same
• Material: Asbestos-free aramid fiber composite
• Emission legality: R90/ECE compliant, US street legal
• Maximum continuous temp: ~450 °C (brief peaks to ~800 °C)
• Piston clip and anti-squeak shims included

Included Components

• 2x left front brake pads
• 2x right front brake pads
• 2x full-width anti-squeal shims
• Brake-In™ bed-in surface coating applied

Product Description

The EBC Yellowstuff 4000-Series DP42006R front brake pads are engineered for high-performance BMW 3-Series (E90-E93), xDrive AWD, Z4 (E89), and X1 models equipped with 3.0-liter engines from 2006 to 2016. Utilizing a premium aramid-based compound and Brake-In™ surface treatment, these pads deliver instant initial bite from cold and excellent fade resistance up to 800 °C, making them perfect for aggressive street driving, towing, or occasional track use.

All pads are slotted, chamfered, and fully shimmed to reduce NVH while ensuring rotor longevity with minimal dust. The 2021 copper-free formula remains R90/ECE certified and is fully street legal. Installation is straightforward - swap out the OEM front pads and shims and follow EBC's recommended bedding procedure (approx. 100-200 km mixed driving) for optimal performance. Ideal for BMW enthusiasts seeking a reliable, high-friction upgrade that balances street comfort with spirited driving capability.