PowerStop PM18-698 Disc Brake Pad Set - Rear

Rear Brake Pads for GM Applications

PowerStop PM18-698 rear brake pads are a semi-metallic disc pad set built for drivers who want consistent pedal response and dependable stopping performance. This rear PM18 Posi-Mold brake pad set uses OE positive mold technology and a thermal scorched surface to support a quicker break-in and even wear.

Compatible With rear brake applications on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Buick Regal, Pontiac Grand Prix, and Oldsmobile Alero, PowerStop PM18-698 is a fitment-focused option for common GM rear disc brake service.

PM18 Posi-Mold Features

• Semi-metallic friction material for performance-oriented rear braking
• OE positive mold construction for consistent pad density
• Thermal scorched surface for faster initial bedding
• Slotted design and chamfered edges for controlled contact
• Pad shims included for quieter operation
• Mechanical pad wear sensor included
• Outer and inner pad friction thickness: 13.2 mm

Product Line Details

The Power Stop PM18 Posi-Mold line is aimed at drivers who want a direct-fit rear brake pad solution with stable wear characteristics and predictable response. The semi-metallic compound is suited to everyday driving where rear brake performance, heat management, and consistent pedal feel matter.

This part number, PM18-698, is used across multiple rear disc brake applications, including Chevrolet Impala rear brake pads and Pontiac Grand Prix rear brake pads. If you are searching for PowerStop PM18-698 for a Buick Regal or Oldsmobile Alero, this listing covers the confirmed rear fitments shown below.

What These Brake Pads Help Address

• Squealing or noisy rear brake operation
• Uneven pad wear on rear disc brakes
• Longer-than-expected brake response during stop-and-go driving
• Reduced braking consistency after pad wear begins
• Need for a rear semi-metallic brake pad replacement with OE-style construction

Installation Notes and Tips

Install PM18-698 on the rear axle only for the listed applications. Inspect rotors, calipers, and hardware condition before installation, and follow the vehicle service procedure for pad bedding after replacement. Confirm the mechanical wear sensor orientation and verify pad fitment against the vehicle’s rear brake configuration before assembly.

Quality Assurance

PowerStop PM18-698 is built with OE positive mold technology, a thermal scorched surface, chamfered edges, and included shims to support consistent fit and finish. The manufacturer description identifies this rear PM18 Posi-Mold semi-metallic brake pad set as a performance-grade option for safe, effective brake power.

Fits 2000-2010 Chevrolet Impala, rear. Fits 2000-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, rear. Fits 1997-2004 Buick Regal, rear. Fits 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am, rear. Fits 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, rear. Fits 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, rear. Fits 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, rear. Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, rear. Fits 2002-2004 Pontiac Montana, rear. Fits 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear. Fits 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, rear. Fits 2004-2005 Buick Century, rear. Fits 2008-2009 Buick Allure, rear. Fits 2008-2009 Buick LaCrosse, rear.