Bendix Friction 676 Drum Brake Shoe - Front or Rear

Bendix Premium Brake Shoes for Subaru Rear Brakes

Bendix Friction 676 is a rear drum brake shoe set for select Subaru applications, including Forester, Impreza, Baja, Outback, and Legacy models. It is part of the Bendix Premium Brake Shoes line and uses 100% copper-free friction material for North American copper-free brake requirements.

Key Features

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

Product Line Details

Bendix Premium Copper Free is Bendix Friction’s copper-free brake pad and shoe offering for drivers who want a direct-fit replacement that aligns with current environmental requirements. Part number 676 is built for rear drum brake service on Subaru vehicles with the specified 9" x 1.46" brake configuration, and it also covers select front Legacy applications listed below.

Fitment

• Fits 1998-2008 Subaru Forester, rear, w/ 9" x 1.46" brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 2005-2007 Subaru Impreza, rear; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 2003-2004 Subaru Baja, rear; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1993-2004 Subaru Impreza, rear, w/ 9" x 1.46" brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 2003 Subaru Outback, rear; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 2000-2002 Subaru Outback, rear, w/ 9" x 1.46" brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1995-1999 Subaru Legacy, rear, w/ 9" x 1.46" brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1993 Subaru Legacy, rear, w/ 9" x 1.46" brakes; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1994 Subaru Legacy, front; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1992 Subaru Legacy, front; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes
• Fits 1990-1991 Subaru Legacy, rear; Bendix Premium Brake Shoes

Common Repair Uses

• Rear brake shoe wear that causes reduced stopping performance
• Brake noise from worn or uneven drum shoe friction material
• Poor parking brake engagement on drum brake-equipped Subaru models
• Brake pull or inconsistent rear braking from aged shoe linings
• Service replacement for Subaru rear drum brake maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the brake drum size and rear brake configuration before ordering, especially on Subaru Forester, Impreza, Outback, Baja, and Legacy applications. Inspect drums, wheel cylinders, return springs, and adjusters during service, and confirm the OE match levers align with the original brake hardware layout. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Bendix Friction builds this shoe set with premium friction material, a high-strength adhesive bond, and OE-style lever matching to support consistent brake service on the listed Subaru applications. Part number 676 is a copper-free brake shoe solution for drivers maintaining rear drum brakes on compatible Subaru models.