Bendix Friction 597 Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Rear Drum Brakes

Bendix Friction Part Number 597 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select Chevrolet, Geo, and Toyota applications with 7.88" x 1.21" rear brakes. It is part of the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line, built for drivers who want an OE-style replacement with copper-free friction material.

Compatible With 1984-2002 Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Prizm, Geo Prizm, Chevrolet Nova, and Toyota Tercel rear brake applications listed below.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade lining engineered to exceed OEM performance targets
• Advanced adhesive for stronger bond retention
• OE match levers for proper brake shoe geometry
• Hardware included where applicable

About the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes Line

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on copper-free brake friction for North American applications. This product line combines OE-style fitment details with materials selected for consistent rear drum brake service on older Toyota Corolla, Geo Prizm, Chevrolet Prizm, Chevrolet Nova, and Toyota Tercel platforms.

Detailed Product Description

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes Part Number 597 is engineered for rear drum brake service where the vehicle uses 7.88" x 1.21" brakes. The copper-free friction formulation supports current environmental requirements while maintaining the fit, lever design, and material construction expected in a direct replacement brake shoe. For drivers servicing a Toyota Corolla rear brake job or replacing worn rear shoes on a Chevrolet Prizm or Geo Prizm, this part provides a practical OE-matched solution.

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

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear brake shoe wear that reduces stopping performance
• Brake noise caused by worn or uneven friction material
• Poor pedal feel from degraded rear drum components
• Brake pull related to inconsistent rear shoe contact
• Service needs on aging rear drum brake assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear drum brake size before installation: 7.88" x 1.21" where specified in the fitment notes. Inspect drums, wheel cylinders, return springs, and adjusters during service, and replace any worn hardware or damaged components before final assembly. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and rear brake configuration before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction manufactures this brake shoe set as part of its copper-free brake program for North America. The product uses premium friction material, OE match levers, and an adhesive system selected to support durable brake shoe construction.

• Fits 1998-2002 Chevrolet Prizm, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1993-1998 Toyota Corolla, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1984-1986 Toyota Corolla, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1993-1997 Geo Prizm, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1989 Geo Prizm, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1990-1992 Geo Prizm, rear, Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1992 Toyota Corolla, rear, Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1987-1989 Toyota Corolla, rear, Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1989-1991 Toyota Corolla, rear, USA Built; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1985-1988 Chevrolet Nova, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1984-1987 Toyota Tercel, rear, w/ 7.88" X 1.21" Brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes