Akebono SDF974 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Akebono SDF974 Rear Brake Pads

The Akebono Severe Duty Ultra Premium Pad SDF974 is a rear disc brake pad set for heavy-duty van applications. It is listed for Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500 models across 2003-2020, with fitment focused on rear brake service.

Severe Duty Ultra Premium Pad Line

Akebono’s Severe Duty Ultra Premium Pad line is built for demanding braking environments where consistent rear brake performance matters. For Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans, this pad line is positioned as a premium replacement choice for rear disc brake maintenance on long-running commercial and fleet platforms.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake pad set for Chevrolet Express 2500 and Express 3500 applications
• Rear disc brake pad set for GMC Savana 2500 and Savana 3500 applications
• Fits 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 2500, rear
• Fits 2003-2020 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear
• Fits 2003-2020 GMC Savana 2500, rear
• Fits 2003-2020 GMC Savana 3500, rear
• Akebono part number SDF974 for rear brake service

Detailed Description

Akebono SDF974 is a rear disc brake pad set for Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans covering model years 2003 through 2020. This application-specific pad set is listed for rear axle service on Express 2500, Express 3500, Savana 2500, and Savana 3500 models. If you are replacing rear pads on a Chevrolet Express 3500 or GMC Savana 2500, SDF974 provides a direct fitment reference for those vehicles.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Uses

• Rear brake pad replacement for worn Chevrolet Express 2500 pads
• Rear brake pad replacement for worn Chevrolet Express 3500 pads
• Rear brake pad replacement for worn GMC Savana 2500 pads
• Rear brake pad replacement for worn GMC Savana 3500 pads
• Service for rear brake noise, vibration, or reduced stopping performance

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle fitment against the vehicle’s brake configuration before installation. Inspect rotors, calipers, pad hardware, and brake fluid condition during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque and bedding procedures after installation. Confirm the part number SDF974 matches the rear application for your Chevrolet Express or GMC Savana before completing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Akebono is a recognized brake component manufacturer, and the Severe Duty Ultra Premium Pad line is positioned for demanding rear brake service on Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana platforms. Use the confirmed fitment data for 2003-2020 applications when selecting this part.