TRW DTEC COTEC Brake Pad Set GDB1404DTE – Low Dust Ceramic, Fast Bedding, Wear Indicator Ready, OE Quality – Fits BMW 5 Series E39 (520d 520i 523i 525d 525i 525td 528i 530d 535i) & 3 Series E46 330xi

TRW GDB1404DTE Ceramic Brake Pads - BMW E39 5 Series and E46 330xi Upgrade

Want cleaner wheels, smooth stopping power and confidence every time you press the pedal? This TRW GDB1404DTE ceramic friction set delivers a superb factory-matching feel with an uprated, low residue compound for everyday driving and fast road use. The specialist COTEC coating helps the pads bed in quickly, giving you reassuring bite from the first few miles. Sensor compatible design means they work with your existing pad wear sensor for easy maintenance.

We fit these pads on customer vehicles and our own builds and the feedback is consistently strong - crisp initial response, quiet operation and noticeably less brake dust on the wheels compared to typical aftermarket compounds.

Why this set is a brilliant choice

• Reduced dust ceramic friction - keeps alloys cleaner for longer
• Rapid bed-in COTEC surface - faster performance from new
• Wear sensor compatible - designed to accept a pad wear lead
• Stable, quiet braking - dependable feel in daily traffic and spirited driving
• OEM-matching fitment - a precise replacement for listed BMW applications
• Trusted TRW engineering - consistent quality and reliability

Part number

GDB1404DTE (also searched as GDB 1404 DTE, 1404DTE, GDB1404)

Technical information

Height	63.6 mm
Width	TBC
Thickness	20 mm
Preparation	Compatible with pad wear indicator

Vehicle applications - BMW

Use the model list as a guide and verify against your VIN or registration before ordering.

3 Series

• E46 330xi 3.0 (170 kW / 231 HP) 2000-2006

5 Series

• 520d E39 2.0 (100 kW / 136 HP) 2000-2003
• 520i E39 2.0 (100 kW / 136 HP) 1999-2003
• 520i E39 2.0 (110 kW / 150 HP) 1996-2003
• 520i E39 2.2 (125 kW / 170 HP) 2000-2004
• 523i E39 2.5 (125 kW / 170 HP) 1995-2000
• 525d E39 2.5 (120 kW / 163 HP) 2000-2004
• 525i E39 2.5 (141 kW / 192 HP) 2000-2004
• 525td E39 2.5 (85 kW / 116 HP) 1997-2003
• 525td E39 2.5 (105 kW / 143 HP) 1996-2004
• 528i E39 2.8 (142 kW / 193 HP) 1995-2000
• 530d E39 3.0 (135 kW / 184 HP) 1998-2000
• 535i E39 3.5 (180 kW / 245 HP) 1999-2003

Fitment and compatibility check

We recommend confirming suitability before dispatch. Add your UK registration number or the last 7 characters of your VIN at checkout, or email us for assistance.

Professional installation

Want them fitted by specialists? Book with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Request a fitting quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

What customers notice

Quick bed-in, a confident pedal from cold, stable performance on the road and far less grey residue on the wheels. Exactly what you want from a quality ceramic pad on a BMW daily or weekend car.

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Part number: GDB1404DTE