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ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad

Akebono ACT1759 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Brand Akebono ACT1759
Position Front
Package ZBAN9
Product line ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
Fits Mazda · 10 vehicles

Ceramic brake pads. ProACT Ultra Premium line for quiet, consistent braking performance.

OE brand pedigree. Akebono is an original equipment supplier with deep brake technology expertise.

Cross-references Anchor 8987, BENDIX PREMIUM COPPER FREE CFC1759 and Bosch BC1759 for the same application. See all 16.

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Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT1759

Akebono ACT1759 is a front disc brake pad set for select Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport models from 2014-2018. Built around Akebono’s ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line, it focuses on low-noise braking behavior, stable friction, and OE-style fitment for everyday driving.

Key Features

  • ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for consistent street use
  • Front disc brake pad set application
  • OE pad material noted for the listed Mazda fitments
  • Designed with Akebono’s NVH-focused brake development approach
  • Fits 2014-2018 Mazda 3, front
  • Fits 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, front

Product Details

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is engineered for drivers who want a refined brake feel with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control. Akebono has long been associated with ceramic brake technology and OE brake development, and the ACT1759 follows that approach for front brake service on the Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport. This part number, ACT1759, cross-references Bosch BC1759 for the same application.

For shoppers searching for front brake pads for 2014-2018 Mazda 3 or front ceramic brake pads for 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, ACT1759 provides a direct fit listing for those vehicles and positions.

Common Brake Issues Addressed

  • Squealing or brake noise during normal stops
  • Uneven or inconsistent pedal feel from worn front pads
  • Reduced braking performance caused by pad wear
  • Brake vibration concerns related to worn friction material
  • Need for OE-style ceramic front brake pad replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and front position before installation. Inspect rotors, caliper hardware, and brake fluid condition during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake bedding procedure after installation. Confirm the pad shape and part number ACT1759 against the existing brake system before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established brake technology supplier with research and development operations in Japan, the United States, and France. The ProACT line reflects that engineering background with a focus on OE-style braking performance and NVH control for the listed Mazda applications.

This part fits 10 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2018Mazda3FrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2018Mazda3 SportFrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2017Mazda3FrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2017Mazda3 SportFrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2016Mazda3FrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2016Mazda3 SportFrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2015Mazda3FrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2015Mazda3 SportFrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2014Mazda3FrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2014Mazda3 SportFrontContents Premium Stainless Hardware Included; Made in Mexico; Ceramic OE Pad Material; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
Directly replaces or cross-references 16 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Anchor — 8987BENDIX PREMIUM COPPER FREE — CFC1759Bosch — BC1759PowerStop — 17-1759Raybestos Brakes — EHT1759HSTOP BY BENDIX — SBC175910-175917D1759CH21-17598987-D175910317590BJY7-33-28ZAD1759GX1759QC1759SS8987X