Bendix Friction 608 Drum Brake Shoe - Front or Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Select Metro and Swift Models

Bendix Friction 608 is a premium drum brake shoe set built for select Chevrolet Sprint, Geo Metro, Pontiac Firefly, and Suzuki Swift applications. It uses a 100% copper-free friction formulation and premium-grade material engineered to meet or exceed OEM performance targets.

The Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line focuses on OE-style fit and consistent braking feel for everyday driving. This part number also features OE match levers and an advanced adhesive bond for added lining strength where the design calls for it.

Key Features

• 100% copper-free friction material
• Premium-grade lining engineered to exceed OEM performance
• Advanced adhesive for superior bond strength
• OE match levers for factory-style fitment
• Hardware included where applicable

Detailed Product Overview

Bendix Friction 608 is a drum brake shoe solution for rear and front applications across select compact vehicles, including Geo Metro, Suzuki Swift, Pontiac Firefly, and Chevrolet Sprint. It is built for drivers searching for a Bendix Premium Brake Shoes replacement that matches the original brake shoe layout while supporting North American copper-free brake requirements. The part number 608 is a direct fitment choice for 1989-1999 applications listed below, including models with 7.09" x 1.05" rear brakes where specified.

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

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1994-1999 Pontiac Firefly, front
• Fits 1989-1991 Pontiac Firefly, rear, w/ 7.09" X 1.05" Brakes
• Fits 1995-1996 Geo Metro, rear
• Fits 1989-1994 Geo Metro, rear, w/ 7.09" X 1.05" Brakes
• Fits 1995-1996 Suzuki Swift, rear, w/ 7.09" X 1.05" Brakes
• Fits 1989-1994 Suzuki Swift, rear
• Fits 1992 Chevrolet Metro, rear, w/ 7.09" X 1.05" Brakes
• Fits 1992 Chevrolet Sprint, front
• Fits 1992 Suzuki Swift, rear, Limited
• Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet Sprint, rear

Common Brake Issues This Part Can Address

• Worn drum brake shoe friction material
• Reduced rear brake response
• Brake noise caused by aged shoe lining
• Uneven braking feel from deteriorated shoes
• Loss of factory-style pedal consistency

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm drum size, axle position, and brake configuration before installation, especially on 7.09" x 1.05" brake applications. Inspect drums, springs, and related hardware for wear before reassembly, and verify that the OE match levers align with the original brake setup on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes are part of Bendix Friction’s copper-free brake program for North America, with friction materials selected to support OE-style performance and consistent fitment across listed applications.