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BYD SEALION 6 Brake Pads: Front and Rear Part Numbers Explained
How BYD SEALION 6 front and rear brake pads differ, why the rear has an electric parking brake, how regenerative braking affects wear, and how to order by VIN.
SEALION 6 front and rear brake pads are different sets with different part numbers, sold per axle. Send the VIN so we can match the pads to the drive layout and brake version on your car.
Are front and rear SEALION 6 brake pads the same?
No. The front brakes do most of the work, so front pads are usually larger and shaped for a different caliper. Each axle has its own pad set and its own OE number. One set covers both wheels on that axle. Always replace pads on both sides of an axle at the same time.
| Axle | What is in a set | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Front | Pads for both front wheels, often with clips or shims | Usually wears faster than the rear |
| Rear | Pads for both rear wheels | Caliper has an electronic parking brake |
| Discs | Sold per axle or individually | Check for corrosion and minimum thickness |
What changes with the rear electronic parking brake?
The rear calipers have an electronic parking brake motor. To fit new rear pads, the piston has to be retracted using a diagnostic tool or the vehicle's service mode. Forcing it back by hand can damage the motor.
Put the parking brake into service mode before you start on the rear pads, and recalibrate it after fitting. Skipping this step is a common cause of parking brake warnings after a pad change.
How does regenerative braking affect pad and disc wear?
The DM-i system recovers much of the braking energy through the electric motor. The friction brakes do less work, so pads often last longer than on a petrol SUV of similar size.
The downside is the discs. Cars that brake lightly can build up rust on the disc surface, especially in humid or coastal climates. A corroded disc can cause noise, vibration and uneven pad wear even when the pads have plenty of material left. Cars that stand parked for long periods, such as stock waiting for sale, are the most affected.
- Check disc surfaces at every service, not just pad thickness.
- Replace discs and pads together when discs are pitted or scored.
- Order per axle so both sides brake evenly.
Do FWD and AWD versions use different brake parts?
They can. Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive SEALION 6 versions exist in some markets, and brake parts can differ between them. Hubs and rear components can also change with drive layout. We confirm by VIN.
The same caution applies across models. The SEALION 7 is a battery-electric coupe-SUV with RWD and AWD versions, and its brake parts are not shared with the SEALION 6. The battery-electric SEAL U and the SEAL U DM-i can also use different pads and discs because their weights differ.
Brake pads, discs and calipersFront and rear brake parts for SEALION models.Where do you find the brake pad OE number?
The number is often printed or stamped on the steel backing plate of the pad, and on the label of the original box. On worn pads the marking can be hard to read, so the VIN is the safer route.
Replacement pads carry the maker's own code, cross-referenced to the OE number they replace. We check that cross-reference for you, so you can compare OEM and replacement options for the same position.
- Send the VIN.
- Say which axle: front, rear or both.
- Add a photo of the old pad backing plate or box label, if you have it.
- Tell us if you also need discs, sensors or fitting kits.
Fleets and workshops often order pads as kits per car: front pads, rear pads and discs where needed, packed and labelled by vehicle. That makes service days easier and avoids mixing up sets. Small trial orders are welcome before a larger fleet order.
Fleet and workshop supplyMixed orders consolidated into one shipment.Send us the VIN and the axle you need, and we will confirm the right brake pads within 24 hours.
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