Hawk 16-17 Honda Civic HPX Motorsports Rear Brake Pads

HPX Motorsports Rear Compound for the FC/FK Civic Platform in Competitive Events

Hawk Performance part HB900C.572 brings the HPX motorsports compound to the rear axle of 2016 and 2017 Honda Civic models, covering a broad range of FC and FK-generation trims including the LX, LX-P, EX, EX-T, EX-L, Touring, Sport, Sport Touring, Si, and the FK8 Type R. The HPX compound operates optimally from 100 to 600 degrees F, delivering smooth initial bite and clean modulation for autocross competitors and club-race drivers who have moved past street or performance-street compounds. HB900C.572 is a motorsports compound and is not rated for street use.

Key Features

• HPX compound code "C" clean modulation and predictable smooth initial bite for competition use
• Optimal temperature range: 100 to 600 degrees F; operating ceiling: 700 degrees F
• HB900C.572 validated for the rear axle of the 2016-2017 Honda Civic FC and FK platforms
• Fits rear caliper on Civic LX, LX-P, EX, EX-T, EX-L, Touring, Sport, Sport Touring, Si, and Type R trims for HB900C.572
• Extensive dynamometer and field testing under Hawk Performance motorsports engineering standards
• Not compatible with carbon ceramic rotors; designed for iron or steel rotors only
• Motorsport configuration no shims included
• Hawk Performance limited lifetime warranty on HB900C.572

What's Included

• One set of Hawk HPX rear brake pads (HB900C.572) for the 2016-2017 Honda Civic

Installation Instructions

1. Raise the vehicle on jackstands and remove both rear wheels.
2. Remove the rear caliper slide pin bolts and pivot the caliper away from the rotor. Do not let it hang by the brake hose.
3. Remove the old pads and clean the pad abutment clips and carrier contact surfaces.
4. Use a wind-back tool to retract the rear piston, as Honda Civic rear calipers incorporate the parking brake mechanism and require rotational retraction.
5. Seat the HB900C.572 HPX pads in the carrier, confirm proper retention, and reinstall the caliper.
6. Torque the slide pin bolts to Honda Civic factory specification for the applicable 2016-2017 model year.
7. Reinstall rear wheels, torque lug nuts, and pump the brake pedal until firm.
8. Perform the Hawk bed-in sequence on track before full-load braking: multiple moderate decelerations from 60 mph with complete cool-down intervals between each run.

Specs

This Part Fits

Frequently Asked Questions

Does HB900C.572 fit the 2018 and later 10th-generation Civic?
Fitment data for HB900C.572 covers the 2016-2017 Civic. Later model years may use a compatible caliper, but confirm with a Hawk Performance dealer before ordering for years beyond 2017.

Is HB900C.572 the correct rear pad for the FK8 Type R's Brembo rear calipers?
Yes. The FK8 Civic Type R is included in the 2017 fitment coverage for HB900C.572, which fits the rear caliper on the Type R platform.

Does the Civic's rear parking brake function correctly after installing HB900C.572?
Yes, provided the piston is correctly wound back during installation using a proper wind-back tool. The parking brake mechanism remains integral to the rear caliper and is not affected by pad compound.

Can HB900C.572 be used for SCCA Solo or NASA autocross events with the Civic?
Yes. The HPX compound is purpose-designed for autocross and club-race competition. HB900C.572 on the rear axle of the Civic provides the modulation and bite profile these events demand.

What is the friction material thickness in HB900C.572?
The .572 suffix in HB900C.572 indicates a pad thickness of 0.572 inches using Hawk Performance's standardized part numbering convention.

Will HB900C.572 generate excessive noise or dust during street driving?
Yes. Race compounds produce significantly more noise and dust at low street-range temperatures. These pads are not intended for street use.

Do I need to replace the rear rotors when installing HB900C.572?
If the existing rotors are within factory minimum thickness specifications and free of deep grooves, replacement is not mandatory. However, installing HPX pads on a fresh set of properly surfaced rotors will produce the most consistent bed-in results.

Is the HPX compound in HB900C.572 the same material as in Hawk's DTC-60 or HP Plus pads?
No. HPX uses a distinct friction formulation from both HP Plus and the DTC series. HPX is positioned for medium-temperature autocross use, operating at lower peak temperatures than DTC-60 or DTC-70, but with cleaner modulation characteristics than the higher-torque DTC compounds.

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