Akebono ACT1188 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ACT1188 Front Brake Pads

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1188 is a front disc brake pad set for select Suzuki Grand Vitara models. Built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology, this pad set focuses on controlled friction, reduced noise, and consistent pedal feel for everyday driving.

For drivers searching for front brake pads for 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, ACT1188 provides a direct-fit option backed by Akebono’s long history in OE brake development. It is a practical choice for replacing worn front pads on the Suzuki Grand Vitara while maintaining smooth, quiet braking performance.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation
• Front disc brake pad set for select Suzuki Grand Vitara applications
• OE ceramic material for consistent braking characteristics
• Premium stainless hardware included in this Disc Brake Pad Set
• Developed by Akebono, a leader in advanced brake and friction materials
• Cross-reference: Bosch BC1188 and Raybestos Brakes EHT1188H

Product Details

Akebono ACT1188 is part of the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line, a product family focused on ceramic friction technology and NVH control. Akebono has supplied original equipment brake solutions across a wide range of vehicles, and this front pad set reflects that engineering approach with a focus on quiet operation and stable performance. If you need replacement front brake pads for a 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, this part number is a direct application match.

Fits 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, front.

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Worn front brake pad friction material
• Brake noise during normal stopping
• Uneven or inconsistent front braking response
• Reduced braking performance from aged pads
• Brake service needs on a Suzuki Grand Vitara front axle

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Clean the caliper bracket and contact points, and follow the vehicle service procedure for bedding-in new ceramic pads after installation. Confirm the application by year, make, model, and front position before ordering ACT1188.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is recognized for ceramic brake technology and OE brake development, with technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France. The ACT1188 front brake pad set is built to the standards associated with that engineering background for the Suzuki Grand Vitara platform.