EBC's Yellowstuff line is built around an aramid-fibre friction compound. The manufacturer describes it as an aramid fibre-based compound with a high brake effect from cold, and it is positioned for fast street cars and, with caution, lighter cars on track. The DP4781/2R is the rear-axle set sold for the 2001-2003 Acura CL 3.2. Compared with stock pads, it is aimed at drivers who want firmer, more confident stopping on spirited back-road runs and highway pulls. The manufacturer also says the compound resists heat well and handles heavy braking, which is why it has been used in police vehicle brakes.
For buyers comparing it with cheaper street pads, the main point is certification and heat tolerance. The manufacturer states the pad is 100% R90 approved for street use in European markets and is safe for use everywhere else. Keep in mind that the manufacturer recommends a warm-up period and a longer bedding procedure before the pad reaches full effect, so it is not an instant-bite race compound. Search terms that fit this part include 2001-2003 Acura CL 3.2 rear brake pads, EBC Yellowstuff aramid rear pads, ECE R90 high friction rear pads, and CL 3.2 street and track brake upgrade.
The manufacturer states that the Yellowstuff range is ECE R90 approved for street use in European markets. Confirm local road-legal requirements for your region before ordering.
Yes. The manufacturer notes that Yellowstuff needs some warm-up and a longer bedding procedure before it performs at its best, so the first few drives should include gradual stops before harder braking.
Bedding-in is the step that matters most after a rear pad swap. The manufacturer's guidance calls for a warm-up and a longer bedding procedure, so make a series of progressively firmer stops on a clear road before any spirited or track use. Check that the rotors are in good condition and that the caliper slide pins move freely during the job.
