Metelli 04-0380 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder - Rear

Rear Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder for Honda Civic

Metelli 04-0380 is a rear drum brake wheel cylinder built with an aluminum base material for 1988-1989 Honda Civic applications. It is a direct-fit hydraulic brake component for rear drum brake service, with a 19.05 mm wheel center bore diameter.

Key Features

• Rear drum brake wheel cylinder for Honda Civic
• Aluminum base material
• 19.05 mm wheel center bore diameter
• Fits 1988-1989 Honda Civic, rear
• Metelli part number 04-0380

Detailed Description

This Metelli wheel cylinder is specified for rear brake hydraulic service on 1988-1989 Honda Civic models. The aluminum construction supports brake system service where a replacement rear wheel cylinder is needed, and the 19.05 mm bore diameter matches the listed application requirements. Use Metelli 04-0380 when replacing a rear drum brake wheel cylinder on a 1988 Honda Civic or 1989 Honda Civic with the same rear brake setup. This part cross-references AMS Automotive 4176 for the same application.

Common Issues It May Solve

• Brake fluid leakage at the rear wheel cylinder
• Reduced rear brake performance from internal cylinder wear
• Uneven rear drum brake operation
• Brake pedal travel changes caused by hydraulic loss
• Corrosion-related failure in the rear brake hydraulic assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear drum brake configuration and bore size before installation. Inspect brake shoes, drums, and hydraulic lines during service, and bleed the brake system after replacement to remove air from the hydraulic circuit. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s brake layout before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Metelli brake hydraulics are built to meet the dimensional and application requirements listed for the part. Verify part number 04-0380 and the 19.05 mm bore specification against the vehicle before installation.