Akebono ACT729 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT729

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT729 is a rear disc brake pad set for select Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Isuzu applications. Built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology, this pad line focuses on controlled friction behavior and NVH management for quieter, smoother braking.

ProACT Ceramic Brake Pad Line

Akebono’s ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is engineered for drivers who want OE-style brake feel with ceramic friction material and attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control. The ACT729 follows that approach for rear brake service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Jimmy, and Chevrolet S10.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad set for select 1997-2005 Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Jimmy applications
• Also fits 1998-2004 Chevrolet S10 and GMC Sonoma rear brake positions
• Fits 1997-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada, rear
• Fits 1998-2000 Isuzu Hombre, rear
• Ceramic friction material for consistent braking characteristics
• Developed with Akebono’s focus on noise, vibration, and harshness control
• Part number ACT729 for catalog and cross-reference lookup

Detailed Description

ACT729 is a rear disc brake pad set from Akebono’s ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line. Akebono is known for ceramic brake technology and OE-focused friction development, with engineering resources in Japan, the United States, and France. For drivers searching for rear brake pads for a 1997-2005 Chevrolet Blazer, 1997-2005 GMC Jimmy, 1998-2004 Chevrolet S10, or 1998-2004 GMC Sonoma, this part number provides a direct match for the listed rear applications. It also fits 1997-2001 Oldsmobile Bravada rear and 1998-2000 Isuzu Hombre rear.

This part cross-references Bosch BC729 and PowerStop 17-729 for the same application.

Common Brake Issues It Can Address

• Rear brake pad wear that reduces stopping performance
• Brake noise during light or moderate pedal application
• Uneven or inconsistent rear braking feel
• Vibration or harshness felt through the brake pedal
• Need for a rear brake service part for listed Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, or Isuzu models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, make, model, and position before ordering. Inspect rotors, caliper condition, and brake fluid condition during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s brake procedure and torque specifications. For best results, clean the braking surfaces and confirm proper pad seating after installation. ACT729 is listed for rear applications only.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established supplier of advanced brake technology and friction materials, with a strong OE background and a focus on brake development for noise and control characteristics. The ACT729 reflects that engineering approach for the listed rear applications.