PowerStop's Z23 Evolution Sport pads use a Carbon-Fiber Ceramic compound that raises braking power over stock ceramic while cutting the heavy dust these large SUVs throw onto a wheel, a low-dust result confirmed in third-party on-vehicle testing. Multi-layer rubberized shims damp the vibration behind the pad to keep braking near silent, and positive mold construction holds friction density even for flat wear across a tall, heavy vehicle's duty cycle. Powder-coated backing plates resist rust, the pads are chamfered and slotted, and the friction face is thermally scorched for a fast bed-in. Premium stainless-steel hardware and ceramic brake lubricant are included.
Specifications
| Type | Carbon-Fiber Ceramic brake pads with hardware (Z23 Evolution Sport) |
| Position | Front |
| Pad Compound | Z23 Carbon-Fiber Ceramic, low dust |
| Shims | Multi-layer rubberized |
| Coating | Powder-coated backing plates |
| Hardware Included | Premium stainless-steel hardware and ceramic brake lubricant |
| Quantity | 1 set (one axle) |
| Part Number | Z23-977 |
This part fits:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007-2010 | Audi | Q7 | Base |
| 2007-2015 | Audi | Q7 | Premium |
| 2011-2015 | Audi | Q7 | Premium Plus |
| 2010-2015 | Audi | Q7 | Prestige |
| 2009-2010 | Audi | Q7 | TDI |
| 2011-2015 | Audi | Q7 | TDI Premium |
| 2011-2015 | Audi | Q7 | TDI Premium Plus |
| 2011-2015 | Audi | Q7 | TDI Prestige |
| 2004-2006,2008-2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | Base |
| 2008-2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | GTS |
| 2003-2006,2008-2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | S |
| 2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | S Transsyberia |
| 2003-2006,2008-2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | Turbo |
| 2006,2009-2010 | Porsche | Cayenne | Turbo S |
| 2005-2009 | Volkswagen | Touareg | Base |
| 2004,2006-2010 | Volkswagen | Touareg | TDI |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Touareg | V6 |
| 2004 | Volkswagen | Touareg | V8 |
| 2010 | Volkswagen | Touareg | VR6 |
Shipping
- Orders placed before 3 PM ET typically ship the same business day. Larger items ship within 1 to 3 business days.
- Standard, expedited, and overnight options at checkout.
- Oversized items ship by freight and take longer.
- Special order items follow a lead time we confirm with you individually before the order is committed.
- Backordered items ship as soon as stock lands. Lead times are manufacturer estimates and can change. Contact us for current ETAs.
- Need to cancel? Email us right away. Cancellations are not guaranteed once an order is in process. In-stock orders cancel free before they ship; a 6% fee applies only to confirmed backorders and special orders.
- International orders: prices do not include VAT, duties, or import fees. Your country charges these at import and they are the buyer’s responsibility.
Returns
- 30 days from delivery to request and ship back a return on new, uninstalled items in original packaging with all hardware.
- Standard returns: 8% restocking fee on the item price before tax and shipping. Shipping is not refunded in either direction. All waived if the item is defective or we made the error.
- Fitment guaranteed: select your vehicle above, or confirm fitment with us in writing before you order. If the part shows as a fit and it is wrong, the return is on us, even after installation. Otherwise, installed or used parts cannot be returned.
- Final sale: special orders, coilovers, electronics, engine internals, turbochargers, superchargers and turbo kits, unless defective or we sent the wrong item.
- Product images may be representative. The SKU and specifications in the listing are what ships.
- Email us for return authorization before shipping anything back.
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