Bosch BS497L Drum Brake Shoe - Rear
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Bosch BS497L Drum Brake Shoe - Rear

Brand Bosch BS497L
Position Rear
New Or Remanufactured New
Product line Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
Fits Volkswagen · 6 vehicles

Bonded brake shoe. A drum brake shoe with a bonded friction surface for consistent braking.

New part. Freshly manufactured for dependable performance and fit.

Bosch Bonded line. Part of Bosch's bonded brake shoe range.

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Drum Brake Shoes are typically replaced in pairs, axle by axle.
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Bosch Rear Drum Brake Shoe for Volkswagen

The Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe BS497L is a new rear drum brake shoe for select Volkswagen applications. It is listed for early-production 1982 Volkswagen Jetta rear fitment, plus 1980-1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible rear and 1980-1981 Volkswagen Jetta rear applications with the specified 7.09 x 1.22 inch brake size.

Key Features

  • Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe product line
  • Part number BS497L
  • New replacement brake shoe
  • Rear drum brake application
  • Fits select Volkswagen Jetta and Rabbit Convertible models
  • Specified for 7.09 x 1.22 inch rear drum brake setups on listed applications

Application Details

This Bosch BS497L drum brake shoe is built for rear brake service on the listed Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible vehicles. The Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe line identifies this as a bonded-style brake shoe replacement for the rear drum brake system, making BS497L a direct match for the confirmed fitment years and configurations shown here. If you are sourcing a rear brake shoe for a 1980-1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible or a 1980-1982 Volkswagen Jetta, BS497L is the part number to verify against your vehicle’s brake dimensions and production details.

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

What It Helps Address

  • Rear brake shoe wear
  • Reduced braking performance from worn drum linings
  • Brake noise caused by aged rear shoes
  • Uneven rear brake contact on listed Volkswagen models
  • Service replacement for rear drum brake maintenance

Installation Notes

Confirm rear drum brake size and vehicle production details before installation, especially on 1982 Volkswagen Jetta early-production vehicles. Match the existing brake shoe dimensions to the listed 7.09 x 1.22 inch specification where noted. Inspect the drum, hardware, and related brake components for wear before reassembly, and verify proper brake adjustment after installation.

Quality Assurance

BS497L is a new Bosch brake shoe from the Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe line. Bosch is a recognized OE-focused brake brand, and this part is cataloged for the specific Volkswagen rear applications listed above.

Related reading

This part fits 6 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1982VolkswagenJettaRearEarly Production; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
1982VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear7.09 x 1.22"; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
1981VolkswagenJettaRear7.09 x 1.22"; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
1981VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear7.09 x 1.22"; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
1980VolkswagenJettaRear7.09 x 1.22"; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe
1980VolkswagenRabbit ConvertibleRear7.09 x 1.22"; Bosch Bonded Brake Shoe