Positive Molding Technology is a key performance-enhancing feature of Monroe® Premium Brake Pads. This press-curing process, the same used by leading OE manufacturers, guarantees that full friction-material density is reached on every part. Most aftermarket competitors utilize the "Flash Mold" process, requiring high resin content to make the friction material flow. High resin creates fade, which can increase stopping distances up to 50%.

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To maintain the braking performance of any vehicle, it's generally recommended to follow the OE manufacturer's choice of friction material (replacing semi-metallic with semi-metallic, organic with organic, etc.). There are, however, options for improving braking performance. That's why Monroe® offers choices to assist in making the best selection for each vehicle. Monroe Ceramics® brake pads feature a non-ferrous formulation to reduce noise and dusting. Monroe Dynamics® semi-metallic formulations and manufacturing technologies increase overall pad life. Both offer stable friction performance across wide temperature ranges.

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Monroe® highlights the original equipment formulation in the catalog. Simply look for the bold-face part number.

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Monroe® manufactures a comprehensive range of friction products, each engineered to fit and perform like OE for each application.

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As Total Solution™ for brake specialists, Monroe® pads are shipped complete with advanced rubberized shims pre-attached, as well as all required clips and lubrication for most applications.

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Total Solution™ pads, shims, clips and lubrication are packaged together in a single box to ensure you have all of the parts you need for a perfect repair for most applications.

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Monroe's "Positive Molding Technology" (O.E.-specified constant pressure molding process for bonding the pad to the backing plate) reduces resin content by 50%,resulting in more active ingredient in the friction material. This denser material performs better, lasts longer, produces less dust and is quieter.

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The Monroe® pads' Q-lock textured backing plate holds friction material better than conventional stamped-steel for less pad separation, less vibration and less noise.

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This includes the abutment hardware/clips and moly-based silicone lubricant included with each set of Monroe® brake pads to ensure satisfaction.

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Integrally molded, or molded directly to the backing plate, results in much more strength and less flex than the riveting process.

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The quality of today's drums and rotors requires removal of any and all dust, particles and/or residues. Residual contaminants may be present from reconditioning or shipping. Monroe® recommends removing contaminants with detergent, warm water and a clean cloth. CAUTION: Shop towels are chemically treated and may leave a residue that will result in glazing.

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Monroe® recommends removing contaminants with detergent, warm water and a clean cloth. CAUTION: Shop towels are chemically treated and may leave a residue that will result in glazing.

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The CNC lathe used during rotor manufacturing creates a surface roughness (Ra) that meets or exceeds the OE standard. It is difficult to obtain this Ra when reconditioning, or turning, new rotors so Monroe® does not recommend turning new rotors.

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To maintain the braking performance of any vehicle, the generally accepted recommendation is to follow the manufacturer's choice of friction material when replacing brake pads (replace semi-metallic with semi-metallic, organic with organic, etc.). There are, however, options for improving braking performance, and Monroe® offers choices to assist in making the best selection to meet vehicle braking requirements.

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Pedal pulsation may occur when rotors or drums have been overheated or incorrectly machined. Rotor run out and thickness variations are often the result of incorrect torquing of wheel lug nuts.

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Disc brakes do not have return springs. A sticky piston or dirty or rusty sliding surface may prevent the pads from sufficiently releasing, allowing them to drag on the rotor. Brake pull may also be caused by worn a wheel bearing, suspension components or tires of unequal sizes generating different levels of leverage.

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A soft pedal could indicate an internal master cylinder leaking, air in system or drum brakes out of adjustment.

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Refer to manufacturer's manual for service and calibration or indexing schedule.

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As a rule, nothing should ever be applied to the surface of the brake pad. In the event that the surface becomes contaminated, clean with detergent and warm water. ("Brake Clean" may be used to remove heavy soiling, but must be followed with detergent and warm water).

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As the friction material wears, the brake lining material becomes airborne. The rotation of the wheel assembly causes a magnetic field that may attract ferrous metals from the lining material. Monroe Ceramics® are a genuine ceramic formulation with virtually no ferrous metal content, and Monroe® Dymanics are formulated to have the least ferrous metal content of any semi-metallic friction material available.

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Monroe® utilizes OE processes to manufacture integrally-molded, O.E.-quality premium disc brake pads for the aftermarket. Slots and/or chamfers match OE specifications.

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Proper break-in is one of the most important factors in determining brake pad performance, as it seats the pads for optimum performance. Monroe® recommends 15 to 20 gentle stops from 20 mph. Monroe® Premium Brake Pads' positive molding technology does not require burnishing.

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Manufacturers recommendation is that the brake system should be inspected every 12 months.

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Common causes include worn brake pads, low brake fluid level, and worn wheel bearings/hub assembly.

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A squealing noise can be caused by: worn brake pads/shoes; wrong brake pads/shoes; improper rotor finish; lack of lubrication; worn hardware; and/or fatigued brake shoe hold-down springs.

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