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TRW Brake Pad Set (DB1673)

TRW — TRW Brake Pad Set (DB1673) — part number GDB3413

TRW · Part number GDB3413 · NZ$198.00 incl. GST

For your big family runners like the SsangYong Stavic and Rexton, these TRW brake pads are the bee's knees, providing that crucial stopping power to keep everyone safe and sound on our Kiwi roads, especially when you've loaded up the car for a roadie or a big shop.

Price

NZ$198.00 including GST. Part number GDB3413.

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Description

Brake Pad Replacement Guide — Keep Your SsangYong Stopping Sweet with TRW!
> Right, let's talk brakes! These little beauties are the unsung heroes of your SsangYong Stavic or Rexton. They're the friction material that presses against your brake disc, turning all that forward momentum into heat, which means you slow down and stop. Simple as that! But, like anything that works hard, they wear down. And when they do, your stopping power drops, which is a big no-no, especially for a heavier vehicle that needs all the help it can get to pull up safely.
Are Your Brakes Doing the Haka?
• Hearing squeals or grinds every time you hit the pedal?
• Feeling like you need a postcode to stop, not just a street number?
• Is your brake pedal feeling a bit squishy, like a well-used sponge?
• Getting a bit of a shudder through the steering wheel or pedal when you brake?
• Had a peek and noticed your pads are looking a bit thin, maybe less than 3mm of meat left?
Will It Pass the WOF Check?
Nah, mate, no chance. Worn brake pads are a proper safety issue and will definitely see your beauty fail its Warrant of Fitness. You're usually looking at a minimum of 1.5mm pad thickness in NZ, but honestly, get 'em changed well before they get that low. Safety first, eh?
Tackle It Yourself or Get the Pros In?
Difficulty: 6/10 (A fair bit of fiddling)
Estimated Time: About 1-2 hours per axle — perfect for a Saturday morning before the rugby.
Tools Required: Your trusty jack, some solid jack stands (never, ever get under a car just on a jack!), a wheel brace, a C-clamp or brake caliper piston compressor, a good spanner set, a torque wrench for getting things just right, some Brake Cleaner, a wire brush, and, of course, your safety glasses and gloves.
🛠️ Bob's "Get It Done Right" Companion Checklist
Before you dive in, make sure you've got these bits and bobs sorted. It'll make the job heaps easier and safer!
• Safety Glasses: Protect those peepers from dust and grime. Essential for any DIY job!
• Heavy-Duty Nitrile Gloves: Keep your hands clean and protected from brake dust and grease. Grab a box — you'll always find a use for 'em! Nitrile Gloves
• Brake Cleaner Spray: Blast away all that nasty brake dust and crud. Essential for a clean reassembly and can help silence any squeaks. Brake Cleaner
• Anti-Seize Caliper Grease: A little dab'll do ya! This stuff goes on the caliper pins and pad backing plates (where they touch the caliper) to prevent corrosion and keep things moving freely and quietly.
• Workshop Rags: Good old rags are your best mate for cleaning up spills and wiping down components.
Bob's Top Tip
Bob here at CARFIX reckons you should always, always get those brake pads sorted at the first whiff of trouble. It's about keeping your SsangYong Stavic or Rexton, and more importantly, your whānau, safe on those winding Kiwi roads. The TRW pads are a fantastic shout — super reliable and built tough. Pop into Bob's Shop for a yarn; I'm always keen to help you figure out exactly what your SsangYong needs!
Fitment Notes
These pads are designed specifically for a range of SsangYong Stavic and Rexton models from 2005 onwards. Just make sure you double-check your exact year, model, and engine variant. Even within the same model, things can change, so a quick check saves a whole lot of hassle later!

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🛠️ Bob's Pro Tip: Do the Job Right!
> If you're swapping out these parts on your vehicle;Stavic, don't skimp on fresh rotors. Check out our compatible TRW Disc Brake Rotors (SKU DF7477S) to ensure a perfect bed-in and get the job done properly first time!

🧰 What Else You'll Need:
• Safety First: Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always secure it on heavy-duty safety jack stands.
• Brake Dust Protection: Brakes get incredibly dirty. Keep a pack of Nitrile Gloves handy to protect your hands from stubborn brake dust.
• Clean and Prep: Use a high-quality Brake Cleaner spray to blast away stubborn dust, oil, and road grime from the caliper assembly and new rotors before reassembly.
• Lubrication: Apply a thin smear of high-temperature caliper grease to the pad backing plates and slide pins (keep it off the pad friction material!) to prevent squeals and ensure smooth caliper operation.