{"product_id":"hella-pagid-355015781-bmw-front-brake-pads","title":"Hella Pagid 355015781 BMW Front Brake Pads","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Hella Pagid 355015781 is a low-metallic front disc brake pad set for F-chassis BMWs, the 2, 3, and 4-Series along with the X3 and X4. OE-formulated and engineered in Germany, it drops into the factory caliper and stops the way BMW intended. Prepared for the wear sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hella Pagid 355015781 is a front-axle disc brake pad set built for the F-chassis BMWs, the 2, 3, and 4-Series cars along with the X3 and X4 crossovers from roughly 2011 through 2021. If you're doing a front brake job on a 328i, a 330i, an X3 xDrive28i, or one of their siblings, this is the pad that drops straight into the factory caliper. No shimming, no grinding, no guesswork on backing-plate shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are a low-metallic compound, and that matters for how the car stops. Low-met pads carry a small amount of steel and copper in an organic matrix, so you get strong cold bite the moment you touch the pedal and a firm, predictable feel as the brakes warm up. That's the same character BMW built the car around. Pagid formulates these to the OE spec and engineers them in Germany, so the pedal feels the way it did when the car was new, not mushy and not grabby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to know going in: low-metallic pads do throw a bit more dust than a ceramic pad, and they can be a touch more vocal cold on a frosty morning. That's the trade for the extra bite and the higher heat tolerance. On a heavier X3 or a car that sees spirited driving, that heat headroom is worth having. If your car mostly crawls through traffic and you hate wheel dust, that's a conversation worth having before you buy. But for a factory-feel replacement that stops like BMW intended, this is the honest choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is prepared for the BMW electronic wear sensor. The pad has the pocket for it, but the sensor itself isn't in the box. Reuse your old one if it's intact, or grab a fresh sensor at the same time. We'd replace it while you're in there. It's cheap insurance and it keeps the dash warning working so you're not guessing about pad life down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment is broad but not universal, so verify before you order. BMW ran more than one front brake package across these years, and the pad has to match your caliper and rotor. The quick check is your VIN, or measure the pad you're pulling out against the 148.4 mm width, 69.9 mm height, and 19.2 mm thickness of this set. This one carries WVA reference 25199 and matches BMW OE number 34106859182. If your old pad measures differently, you've got the other package and we'll help you find the right set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall is a standard front pad job. Pull the caliper, compress the piston, swap the pads and the anti-rattle hardware, and torque the caliper back to spec. Inspect your rotors while you're in there. If they're grooved, below minimum thickness, or you're a couple of pad changes deep on them, do the rotors at the same time so the new pads seat on a clean, true surface. Fresh pads on worn rotors never feel right and they wear unevenly. Once everything's buttoned up, bed the pads in with a series of moderate stops from about 35 mph, easing off before a full stop, to lay down an even transfer layer. Skip the bed-in and you'll chase noise and soft feel for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWho's this for? Owners who want to keep the car feeling like a BMW without paying dealer prices for pads. It's a great fit for a daily-driven 328i or 330i, a family X3, or a 428i that sees the occasional back-road run. The low-metallic compound handles repeated hard stops without fading the way a bargain organic pad would, so you get consistent pedal feel whether you're commuting or loading the brakes on a downhill grade. It's not a dedicated track pad, and it doesn't pretend to be. For street and spirited street use on these chassis, it hits the sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line, this is a straightforward, factory-quality front pad set for a huge swath of modern BMWs. It stops the way the car should, it's engineered to the original spec, and it's priced well under the dealer counter. Match it to your VIN, do the rotors if they need it, and you're set for tens of thousands of miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-metallic friction compound delivers strong cold bite and a firm, predictable pedal, with more heat tolerance than an organic pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFront-axle disc brake pad set, a direct-fit replacement for the factory front pads on BMW 2, 3, and 4-Series, X3 and X4\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOE-formulated and engineered in Germany so the pedal feel matches how BMW tuned the car\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrepared for the BMW electronic wear sensor (sensor sold separately) so your dash pad-wear warning keeps working\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePad sized 148.4 x 69.9 x 19.2 mm to the factory caliper and rotor, no shimming or grinding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWVA reference 25199 cross-checks against BMW OE number 34106859182 for confident fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBroad 2011-2021 application across the F-chassis lineup, from the 228i to the X4 xDrive35i\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Hella Marine reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat vehicles does this brake pad set fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a front pad set for the F-chassis BMWs from about 2011 to 2021: 2-Series (228i, 230i), 3-Series (320i, 328i, 328d, 330e, 330i), 4-Series (428i, 430i), plus the X3 and X4. BMW ran more than one front brake package across these years, so confirm your fitment by VIN before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre these front or rear pads?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFront. This set fits the front axle only. You'll need a separate rear set if you're replacing all four corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the set include the wear sensor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The pads are prepared for the BMW electronic wear sensor, meaning they have the pocket for it, but the sensor itself isn't in the box. Reuse your old sensor if it's intact or add a new one to your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is a low-metallic pad and how does it drive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLow-metallic pads blend a small amount of steel and copper into an organic base. You get strong cold bite and a firm pedal along with good heat tolerance. The trade is a bit more brake dust and slightly more cold noise than a ceramic pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need to replace my rotors too?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnly if they need it. Inspect the rotors when the pads are off. If they're grooved, below minimum thickness, or you're a couple of pad changes deep on them, do the rotors at the same time so the new pads seat on a clean, true surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I confirm this is the right set for my car?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCheck by VIN, or measure the pad you're removing. This set is 148.4 mm wide, 69.9 mm tall, and 19.2 mm thick, carries WVA reference 25199, and matches BMW OE number 34106859182. If your old pad measures differently, you have the other front brake package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need to bed in the pads after install?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. After the install, do a series of moderate stops from around 35 mph, easing off before you come to a full stop, to lay down an even transfer layer on the rotor. Skipping the bed-in leads to noise and soft feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much does the set weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe complete set weighs about 3.86 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFull manufacturer warranty applies. 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