Akebono ACT963 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear
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 ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad

Akebono ACT963 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Brand Akebono ACT963
Position Rear
Package ZBAN8
Product line ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
Fits Dodge · 2 vehicles

Ceramic brake technology. ProACT Ultra Premium pads deliver quiet, low-dust braking performance.

Disc brake pad set. A direct replacement for disc brake service.

Akebono heritage. Built by the originators of ceramic brake technology.

Cross-references Bosch BP963, Carlson 7862 and PowerStop 17-963 for the same application. See all 19.

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Akebono ACT963 Rear Brake Pads for Dakota

Akebono ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad ACT963 is a rear disc brake pad set for 2003-2004 Dodge Dakota applications. Built around Akebono’s ceramic brake technology, this pad line focuses on controlled friction, reduced noise, and consistent pedal feel for everyday driving.

Key Features

  • ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad formulation for rear disc brake service
  • Fits 2003-2004 Dodge Dakota, rear
  • Engineered with Akebono’s NVH-focused brake development approach
  • OE-style fitment for direct replacement use
  • Part number ACT963 for accurate catalog matching

Product Line Details

The ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line is Akebono’s ceramic brake pad family for drivers who want stable braking performance with attention to noise, vibration, and harshness control. Akebono has long been associated with ceramic brake technology and supplies brake products across a wide range of OE applications, which is reflected in the ProACT line’s focus on consistent friction characteristics and everyday drivability. This ACT963 pad set is a direct-fit rear brake solution for the Dodge Dakota platform listed below.

Fitment

  • Fits 2003-2004 Dodge Dakota, rear

Common Issues This Part Addresses

  • Rear brake pad wear on a 2003-2004 Dodge Dakota
  • Brake noise during light or moderate stops
  • Uneven rear braking feel from worn disc pads
  • Reduced stopping consistency from aged friction material

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear brake pad shape and caliper hardware condition before installation. Clean the caliper bracket and pad contact points, and inspect rotors for scoring or thickness variation. Follow the vehicle service procedure for pad bedding after installation to help establish proper friction transfer.

Quality Assurance

Akebono Brake Corporation is a long-established brake manufacturer with technical and R&D operations in Japan, the United States, and France. The ACT963 is part of the ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad line and is backed by Akebono’s brake engineering and production experience.

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This part fits 2 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2004DodgeDakotaRearStainless hardware included for correct disc brake pad installation.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
2003DodgeDakotaRearStainless hardware included for correct disc brake pad installation.; ProACT Ultra Premium Ceramic Pad
Directly replaces or cross-references 19 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Bosch — BP963Carlson — 7862PowerStop — 17-963Raybestos Brakes — PGD963MSTOP BY BENDIX — SBC963Wagner Brake — MX96317D963M7862-D9635093253AA5093253AB89056352D963MKD963MRD963PCD963SCD963TPC0963UP7862MUP7862X