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R1 Concepts 2551-0956-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

R1 Optimum Oe Pads, Front
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📦R1 Optimum Oe Pads, Front
🚗Fitment: Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn, Cobalt, G5, Ion, and Pursuit
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OE-Style Front Brake Pads for Select GM Compact Cars

R1 Concepts R1 Optimum OE Pads, part number 2551-0956-00, are front disc brake pads for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn applications. This pad set is built for drivers looking for a direct-fit replacement for common compact-platform front brake service.

Key Features

  • Front disc brake pad set
  • R1 Optimum OE Pads product line
  • Direct-fit replacement for select 2003-2010 vehicles
  • Application-specific fitment for Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, Pontiac Pursuit, and Saturn Ion
  • Part number 2551-0956-00

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, front, 4 lug wheels.
  • Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac G5, front.
  • Fits 2007-2008 Pontiac G5, front, 5 lug wheels.
  • Fits 2005-2007 Saturn Ion, front, 230 x 42mm rear shoes.
  • Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit, front, rear drum.
  • Fits 2003-2004 Saturn Ion, front.

What This Brake Pad Set Helps Address

  • Worn front brake pads
  • Brake noise during everyday driving
  • Reduced stopping performance from aged friction material
  • Uneven pad wear on the front axle
  • Service replacement for OE-style front brake maintenance

Installation Notes

Verify wheel configuration and rear brake setup before ordering, since fitment varies by model year and trim details. Confirm the front axle application and match the vehicle exactly to the listed fitment for Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, Pontiac Pursuit, or Saturn Ion. Part number 2551-0956-00 should be checked against the existing pad shape before installation.

Quality Assurance

R1 Concepts positions the R1 Optimum OE Pads line as an OE-style replacement option for everyday brake service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

This part fits 17 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
2010ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2010PontiacG5FrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads
2009ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2009PontiacG5FrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads
2008ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2008PontiacG5Front5 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2007ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2007PontiacG5Front5 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2007SaturnIon2Front230 x 42mm Rear Shoes; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2006ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2006PontiacPursuitFrontRear Drum; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2006SaturnIon2Front230 x 42mm Rear Shoes; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2005ChevroletCobaltFront4 Lug Wheels; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2005PontiacPursuitFrontRear Drum; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2005SaturnIon2Front230 x 42mm Rear Shoes; R1 Optimum Oe Pads
2004SaturnIonFrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads
2003SaturnIonFrontR1 Optimum Oe Pads

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.