Dorman - First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder P/N:W37970
Put dependable hydraulic force behind your rear drum brake shoes with the Dorman First Stop Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder, part number W37531. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1982-1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1980-1987 Chevrolet Chevette and 1982-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier with all engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Dorman designed this direct-replacement wheel cylinder to match the original unit's fit, function and performance on the listed applications. Each one is manufactured and tested for quality assurance.
A wheel cylinder may need replacing if you see brake fluid seeping at the drum or backing plate, feel a soft or low pedal, or notice the vehicle pulling while braking. Other brake parts can cause these signs, so diagnose the cause before replacing. The listed applications use two wheel cylinders. This listing is for one, and replacing both sides together is recommended for balanced braking. The package contains one drum brake wheel cylinder. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: 784-36003 · 84-36003 · 84-50003 · 101-1499 · W-82003 · 134.62003 · 135.62003 · 375-47009
78436003 · 8436003 · 8450003 · 1011499 · W82003 · 13462003 · 13562003 · 37547009 · 18E177 · W906492 · 33826 · WC13826 · 104384 · WC37531 · F104384 · WC104384
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What does a drum brake wheel cylinder do?
It turns hydraulic pressure from the brake system into force that pushes the rear drum brake shoes outward against the drum. The EPDM rubber cups seal the fluid inside the surface-tested bore.
Which vehicles does the Dorman W37531 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1982-1987 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1980-1987 Chevrolet Chevette and 1982-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier with all engines. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What are the key specifications of this wheel cylinder?
It is made of cast iron, with a 0.688 in. inside diameter and a 3/8-24 in. brake inlet thread. It also uses EPDM rubber cups and boots.
What comes in the box, and how many do I need?
The box holds one drum brake wheel cylinder with a bleeder screw. A bleeder screw cap is not included. The listed applications use two, and replacing both sides together is recommended.
What signs suggest a wheel cylinder may need replacing?
Signs include brake fluid leaking at the drum or backing plate, a soft or low pedal, or pulling while braking. Other brake parts can cause these symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.