Grip the rear drums with fresh, precision-ground friction using the Wagner Drum Brake Shoe Z553R. It drops in as a direct-fit rear-brake replacement across a wide range of GM compacts, including the 1982-1983 Chevrolet Citation, 1985-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, 1985-1998 Buick Skylark, 1985-1998 Pontiac Grand Am and 1995-2002 Pontiac Sunfire — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list of 23 applications (all engines). The shoe's friction lining presses against the brake drum to slow the wheel; if worn or glazed shoes are the cause of reduced braking or noise, this replaces them.
- OE-matched friction: friction material matched to the original equipment for reliable brake performance.
- Precision-ground lining: ground to maximize friction-to-drum contact.
- Organic, riveted lining: organic friction material riveted to the shoe; primary lining 0.210 in and secondary lining 0.260 in thick.
- Sized for the 7.875 in drum: 1.720 in shoe width; FMSI S553R.
- No hardware included: mounting hardware and parking-brake levers are not included; consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused.
Sold individually (package quantity 1); the listed applications use one per the catalog. For even, balanced braking, replace the shoes on both rear wheels together as a matched set. Country of origin: China.
Interchange: AXS553 · AXS553R · AXS719 · 553 · R553 · RS553 · RSB553 · BS553R · S553 · 18029730 · 19307610 · BX553 · TS553 · TS553NC · UP553R · 553PB · 553PG · 553NR · 553SG
Manufacturer part number Z553R.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will these brake shoes fit my vehicle?
They're a direct-fit rear replacement for 23 GM applications, such as the 1985-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1985-1998 Pontiac Grand Am. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact year and model.
Is mounting hardware or a parking-brake lever included?
No. Mounting hardware and parking-brake levers are not included. Consult your vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused.
What friction material do these shoes use?
Organic friction material, precision-ground and riveted to the shoe to help maximize friction-to-drum contact.
What are the key dimensions?
They suit a 7.875 in brake drum with a 1.720 in shoe width. The primary lining is 0.210 in thick and the secondary lining is 0.260 in thick.
How many should I order?
Package quantity is one, and the listed applications call for one per the catalog. For even braking, replace the shoes on both rear wheels together as a matched set.
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