WRX brake pad differences

[1_FAST_WRX]

So just to make sure with the pads. Are these the right numbers for the HAWK HPS pads.

HK-178F564 -- Fronts
HK-179F630 -- Rears

[c2bcoolwrx]

So just to make sure with the pads. Are these the right numbers for the HAWK HPS pads.

HK-178F564 -- Fronts
HK-179F630 -- Rears

Yes, those are the correct pads for the 06-07 WRX.

[Tubbs540]

Okay well i have a 2002 WRX and related to brakes i was asked what month my wrx was produced in. I had no clue.... I dont know where to even begin looking... is there a way to find this out or figure it out?

[Big Sky WRX]

just open the driver's door there should be a plate w/ a bunch of info- including build date (will be month/year)

[Tubbs540]

Thank you! I feel kinda stupid that it was right there but thanks a bunch u just saved me a bunch of time.

[AKESREX]

Early 2002's used the D721's and after the split, they used
the D929's.



ex-Akebono Brake employee
2002-2008

[oguitar]

Can somebody please give me advice about brake pads and rotors.
I bought two months ago a 2003 Subaru WRX wagon 95k, and I am thinking about replacing the brake pads and rotors.
As far as the rotors I am thinking about getting the Brembo 25190 Rear Solid Brake Rotor and Brembo 25646 Front Disc Brake Rotor.
For brake pads I was looking at Hawks HPS or EBC red stuff.
Does it matter which rotor comes with which brake pad? Can somebody give me more advice on how to choose new brakes and if I am heading in the right direction.
Thanks.

I know this is a long shot but if you still are on clubwrx do you have any feedback on the Brembo rotors you were going to buy?

I found these and might pick them up.

Amazon.com: Brembo 25646 Front Disc Brake Rotor: Automotive

Anybody else try these rotors. Thanks for the help.

[Rambo]

Ok, so I have a 2003, and I called the dealer with my VIN, and here's what I got:

Front pads: 26296SA020

Rear pads: 26696AE020

These looked different from the other numbers posted, can anyone decode them for me? The dealer wants $170 for OEM pads, but I'm planning on getting the HPS's.

I need to install them this week since I'm going to the mountains this weekend. Do any brick and mortar parts stores carry Hawks?
I haven't found one yet...

Thanks!

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[Boby25]

Sorry to revive an old tread but can anyone tell me if those are relly D929 and D770 ? I think they are, Thanks I looked at this KNS Brakes.



edit: D770?

[AKESREX]

Pretty hard to tell with the pads still in the calipers.....
Here's the diagram-

[KNS Brakes]

Sorry to revive an old tread but can anyone tell me if those are relly D929 and D770 ? I think they are, Thanks I looked at this KNS Brakes.



edit: D770?

KNS Brakes

Front calipers - no divot on center leg = later pad - D929

Rear pad - ears down low and wider = D770 old rear pad.

That's the typical 03 setup.

-Ken

[Methodical4u]

could we get an updated pad section for the 08 and up?

[lush01]

Hi I have a 03 wrx wagon and I understand the pad difference's but I think the previous owner put the wrong pads on because there's a clear gap between the rotar and the pad on the outside about 2mm, my question is can you tell by looking at the calipier what version it is.

[Big Sky WRX]

not that I'm aware- calipers look to my eyes the same

if you're unsure you can run your VIN through Subaru- they should be able to tell you w/ some certainty