Akebono ACT726 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT726

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT726 is a front disc brake pad set for select Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Isuzu applications. It is built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology and NVH-focused friction development for controlled braking performance and reduced brake noise.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for front disc brake applications
• Engineered with Akebono’s focus on noise, vibration, and harshness control
• Fits front brake positions on select Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, Oldsmobile Bravada, and Isuzu Hombre models
• OE-focused brake technology from a brand known for ceramic brake development
• Part number ACT726 for application matching and catalog lookup

Application Details

Compatible With 1997-2005 Chevrolet Blazer, front; 1997-2005 GMC Jimmy, front; 1998-2004 Chevrolet S10, front; 1998-2004 GMC Sonoma, front; 1997-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada, front; and 1998-2000 Isuzu Hombre, front. This part cross-references Bosch BC726 for the same application.

Akebono’s ProACT line is positioned as a ceramic brake pad solution for drivers who want consistent pedal feel and controlled friction behavior in everyday street use. The ACT726 is a direct-fit front pad option for the listed vehicles, including Chevrolet Blazer front brake pad replacement and GMC Sonoma front disc brake pad service.

What It Helps Address

• Brake noise during normal stopping
• Uneven or worn front pad replacement needs
• Brake vibration concerns tied to friction material choice
• Routine front brake service on older GM compact SUV and pickup platforms
• Restoration of braking response on listed applications

Installation Notes

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and pad fitment before installation. Some 1997 Chevrolet S10 and 1997 GMC Sonoma applications note abutment clips in the fitment data, so confirm the exact brake hardware configuration before ordering. Follow the vehicle service manual for bedding-in procedures and torque specifications.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is the originator of ceramic brake technology and supplies OE brake solutions across a wide range of vehicle platforms. The company maintains technical and R&D centers in Japan, the United States, and France, with a long-standing focus on brake material development and NVH control.