Metelli 04-0749 Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder - Rear

Rear Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder for GM Compact Cars

The Metelli 04-0749 drum brake wheel cylinder is a rear brake hydraulics replacement built with a cast iron body for select GM applications. It is specified for vehicles using a 17.46 wheel center bore diameter and is a direct-fit option for many Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Buick Skylark, and related rear drum brake setups.

Key Features

• Cast iron construction for the wheel cylinder body
• Rear drum brake wheel cylinder for brake hydraulics service
• Wheel center bore diameter: 17.46
• Fits a wide range of rear drum applications across Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile models
• Metelli part number 04-0749

Detailed Description

Metelli 04-0749 is a rear drum brake wheel cylinder designed for vehicles such as the Chevrolet Cavalier, Pontiac Sunfire, Pontiac Grand Am, Buick Skylark, and Oldsmobile Achieva. It serves as a hydraulic component in the rear drum brake system, helping transfer brake pressure at the wheel end. This part cross-references Febi-Bilstein 33959 for the same application.

Use this wheel cylinder when servicing rear drum brake hydraulics on compatible GM platforms from 1985 through 2002. The cast iron base material supports the demands of brake system operation, and the listed bore diameter helps match the original fitment requirements for the application.

What It Helps Address

• Brake fluid leakage at the rear wheel cylinder
• Uneven rear drum brake response
• Soft or inconsistent brake pedal feel caused by hydraulic wear
• Rear brake drag or reduced braking performance from worn cylinder seals
• Service needs on aging rear drum brake systems in Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear drum brake configuration, wheel center bore diameter, and vehicle-specific notes before installation. This part is listed for rear applications only, including 200mm rear drum versions on select Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Sunfire models. Always inspect brake shoes, drums, and hydraulic lines during wheel cylinder replacement, and bleed the brake system after installation.

Quality Assurance

Metelli brake components are built for brake system service applications and specified to match the listed fitment and dimensional requirements for the vehicles shown.

• Fits 1996-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, Rear, 200mm Rear Drum
• Fits 1997-2002 Pontiac Sunfire, Rear
• Fits 1991-1998 Buick Skylark, Rear
• Fits 1992-1998 Oldsmobile Achieva, Rear
• Fits 1991-1998 Pontiac Grand Am, Rear
• Fits 1992-1996 Chevrolet Corsica, Rear
• Fits 1995-1996 Pontiac Sunfire, Rear, 200mm Rear Drum
• Fits 1992-1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, Rear
• Fits 1992-1994 Pontiac Sunbird, Rear
• Fits 1990-1992 Buick Century, Rear
• Fits 1990-1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Rear
• Fits 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Rear
• Fits 1988-1991 Pontiac 6000, Rear
• Fits 1990 Buick Skylark, Rear, Bolt Mount; Perf Pkg
• Fits 1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, Rear
• Fits 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Rear, Perf Pkg
• Fits 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, Rear, WS6 Perf Pkg
• Fits 1988-1989 Buick Century, Rear, 100mm Bolt circle; Light Duty JA1
• Fits 1988-1989 Buick Century, Rear, 115mm Bolt Circle; JA2 JA8
• Fits 1988-1989 Chevrolet Celebrity, Rear, 100mm Bolt circle; Light Duty JA1
• Fits 1988-1989 Chevrolet Celebrity, Rear, 115mm Bolt Circle; HD; JA2; JA8
• Fits 1988-1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Rear, 100mm Bolt circle; Light Duty
• Fits 1988-1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, Rear, 115mm Bolt Circle; Medium and Heavy Duty
• Fits 1985-1987 Buick Skyhawk, Rear, Bolt Mount
• Fits 1986-1987 Pontiac Sunbird, Rear, Bolt Mount
• Fits 1985-1986 Chevrolet Cavalier, Rear, Soft Boot
• Fits 1985 Pontiac J2000 Sunbird, Rear, Bolt Mount