Akebono ACT2173 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Brake Pads

Akebono ACT2173 is a front disc brake pad set built for select Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC trucks and SUVs with brake code J61 or the listed OE-style configurations. This ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad uses ceramic friction material with an integrally molded attachment for consistent pedal feel and quiet operation.

For shoppers comparing front brake pads for a Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, or Cadillac Escalade, ACT2173 provides the fitment and hardware details needed for a direct replacement search. The pad wear sensor is included, and abutment clips are included where specified by application.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for front disc brake applications
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• Pad wear sensor included
• Electronic and mechanical wear sensor type
• Abutment clips included
• FMSI number 9418-D2173
• Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line

Product Details

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line focuses on OE-style braking characteristics with ceramic friction material selected for controlled stopping performance and reduced brake dust compared with many conventional formulations. ACT2173 is a front brake pad set for 2019-2025 Cadillac Escalade, 2021-2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV, 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2021-2025 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2019-2025 GMC Sierra 1500, 2021-2025 GMC Yukon, and 2021-2025 GMC Yukon XL in the listed configurations. This part number is also referenced as ACT2173 for catalog and search purposes.

This part cross-references Bosch BC2173 and Wagner Brake ZD2173 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Brake noise during front pad replacement
• Worn pad sensor warnings on supported applications
• Uneven braking feel from aged front pads
• Loss of stopping consistency from worn friction material
• Front brake service needs on J61-equipped GM trucks and SUVs

Installation Notes

Verify brake code J61 and the exact vehicle configuration before ordering. Match the pad shape to FMSI 9418-D2173 and confirm whether your application uses abutment clips and the included wear sensor style. Brake lubricant is not included, so use the correct brake service lubricant during installation. ACT2173 is a front-position pad set only.

Quality Assurance

Akebono identifies this pad set as a ceramic, OE-style replacement in the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line. ECE-R90 certification is not listed for this part.