Akebono ACT731 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT731

The Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT731 is a front disc brake pad set for select Chevrolet Corvette, Cadillac XLR, and Pontiac GTO applications. Built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology, it is aimed at drivers who want consistent braking performance with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control.

Key Features

• ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line for refined street braking performance
• Front disc brake pad set for confirmed Corvette, XLR, and GTO fitments
• OE ceramic material noted in the application data for select vehicles
• Premium stainless hardware noted in the fitment notes for select applications
• Akebono part number ACT731 for easy catalog matching

Product Details

Akebono Brake Corporation is known for ceramic brake technology and OE brake development, with engineering focused on noise, vibration, and harshness control. The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is positioned for drivers who want a ceramic pad formulation matched to factory-style braking behavior. This ACT731 brake pad set cross-references Bosch BC731 and PowerStop 17-731 for the same application. Use ACT731 when searching for a front brake pad set for 1997-2005 Chevrolet Corvette, 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR, 2005-2006 Pontiac GTO, and 2006-2013 Chevrolet Corvette with Z51 suspension.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Brake squeal during everyday street driving
• Excessive brake dust buildup on wheels
• Uneven or inconsistent front brake feel
• Noise and vibration concerns during light to moderate braking
• Need for a direct front pad replacement on listed Corvette, XLR, or GTO applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rotor condition, caliper hardware, and pad fitment before installation. Clean the caliper bracket and contact points thoroughly, and follow the vehicle service procedure for bedding-in new ceramic pads. Confirm the correct front application by year, make, model, and suspension notes before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is a long-established brake manufacturer and OE supplier with global R&D and production operations in Japan, the United States, and France. The ACT731 reflects that engineering background in a ceramic pad set built for the listed front applications.