Raybestos 817PG Parking Brake Shoe - Rear

Rear Parking Brake Shoe for BMW Applications

Raybestos Element3 Organic parking brake shoe 817PG is built for rear drum-style parking brake service on select BMW vehicles. It uses an organic friction material and a 180 mm brake drum diameter specification to support consistent parking brake engagement on applications such as BMW 740i, 750iL, M3, and Z8.

Key Features

• Organic friction material for parking brake service
• Brake shoe width: 0.984 in. / 25.000 mm
• Brake drum diameter: 180.000 mm / 7.087 in.
• Shoe assembly radius: 3.545 in.
• Steel width: 0.990 in.
• Rear-position parking brake shoe for select BMW models

Element3 Organic Line Details

The Raybestos Element3 Organic line focuses on organic friction construction for parking brake applications where controlled engagement and predictable operation matter. Part number 817PG is specified for rear use and matches the listed drum diameter and shoe geometry for the covered BMW platforms.

Fitment

• Fits 2000-2003 BMW Z8, rear
• Fits 2002 BMW Z3, rear
• Fits 1997-2001 BMW 740i, rear
• Fits 1993-1995 BMW 740i, rear
• Fits 1993-2001 BMW 740iL, rear
• Fits 1988-2001 BMW 750iL, rear
• Fits 2000-2001 BMW Z3, rear
• Fits 1998 BMW Z3, rear
• Fits 1994-1999 BMW M3, rear
• Fits 1994-1997 BMW 840Ci, rear
• Fits 1994-1997 BMW 850Ci, rear
• Fits 1989-1995 BMW 525i, rear
• Fits 1994-1995 BMW 530i, rear
• Fits 1994-1995 BMW 540i, rear
• Fits 1994-1995 BMW 850CSi, rear
• Fits 1993 BMW 525iT, rear
• Fits 1985-1993 BMW 535i, rear
• Fits 1991-1993 BMW M5, rear
• Fits 1988 BMW M5, rear
• Fits 1985-1992 BMW 735i, rear
• Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, rear
• Fits 1991-1992 BMW 850i, rear
• Fits 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi, rear
• Fits 1985-1988 BMW 528e, rear
• Fits 1988 BMW 535is, rear
• Fits 1987-1988 BMW M6, rear
• Fits 1985-1986 BMW 524td, rear

Common Repair Uses

• Restores rear parking brake holding performance
• Addresses worn or glazed parking brake shoe friction surfaces
• Helps correct weak parking brake engagement on BMW rear brake assemblies
• Supports service on vehicles with 180 mm rear brake drum specifications
• Replaces worn shoes on BMW Z3, M3, and 7 Series rear parking brake systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the rear drum diameter, shoe width, and shoe radius before installation. Inspect the parking brake drum surface for scoring, heat spots, or contamination, and verify the hardware and adjuster condition during service. This part cross-references Centric Parts 111.08170 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Raybestos manufactures this parking brake shoe under the Element3 Organic line with application-specific dimensions for the listed BMW rear brake systems. Verify vehicle fitment by year, model, and rear position before ordering. Part number 817PG is also referenced by 081-0072 and Z817 for related applications.