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Centric is a long-established replacement brake brand, and its Posi-Quiet ceramic line (part numbers starting with 105.) is aimed at drivers who want quiet, consistent brakes made the way original equipment pads are made.
Quick verdict
- Best for: daily-driven cars, minivans and SUVs.
- Pad type: premium ceramic.
- Strengths: positive molding, mechanically attached shims, fast break-in.
- Watch out for: dust levels vary by vehicle; one owner reported more front dust than expected.
What Posi-Quiet ceramic is
Posi-Quiet ceramic pads are made with a positive molding process, similar to how original equipment suppliers make pads. Each pad is pressed individually, which gives the friction material an even density for consistent wear and braking. The pads are asbestos-free and meet California and Washington brake friction laws.
Key features in plain English
- Positive molding: consistent material density, so pads wear evenly.
- Precision-cut backing plates and mechanically attached shims: designed to stop the pad moving and rattling, a common source of noise.
- Scorching process: the pad surface is pre-burnished to remove impurities and speed up break-in.
- Wide temperature range: consistent braking right out of the box.
What owners report
Owner comments on retailer pages are mostly positive: several describe the pads as quiet, smooth and grippy, sometimes paired with new Centric rotors. One owner replaced the front pads soon after installation because of more dust than the original factory pads. Dust depends a lot on the vehicle and driving style, so keep that in mind if your factory pads were very clean.
Pros and cons
Pros
- OE-style manufacturing for even wear
- Quiet, mechanically attached shims
- Fast break-in
- Meets copper and asbestos laws
Cons
- Dust can be higher than some factory pads on certain cars
- Not a towing or performance pad
- Hardware contents vary by part number
Who should buy it
Posi-Quiet suits drivers who want a dependable, quiet replacement. If ultra-low dust is your top priority, compare our best low-dust brake pads guide.
FAQ
Do Posi-Quiet pads need a break-in?
The pre-burnished surface shortens it, but a proper bed-in still gives the smoothest result.
Should I use Centric rotors with them?
Any quality rotor in good condition works. Some owners pair them with Centric rotors for a matched set.
Before you order: quick fitment checklist
- Enter your exact year, make, model and trim in Amazon's vehicle fit checker. Brake parts are sold by part number.
- Check whether you need front or rear parts, and whether your rear brakes are discs or drums.
- Check your rotors. New pads on worn or grooved rotors can cause noise, vibration and longer stops.
- Replace pads on both sides of the same axle at the same time.
- Bed in new pads after installation. See our bed-in guide.
Safety note: brakes are safety parts. If you are not sure how to do the job, have a qualified mechanic do it.