Raybestos PGD289M Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

Reliable Metallic Disc Brake Pads for GM Vehicles

The Raybestos Element3; Metallic Disc Brake Pad Set PGD289M offers dependable braking performance for select Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models. Designed with metallic friction material and integrated pad shims, this disc brake pad set provides consistent stopping power and noise reduction for vehicles like the Chevrolet Cavalier and Pontiac Grand Am.

• Metallic friction material for durable braking
• Pad shims attached to reduce noise and vibration
• Unslotted friction material for smooth contact
• Integrally molded friction material attachment for secure fit
• Compatible with multiple GM models including Buick Skylark and Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais

About the Raybestos Element3; Metallic Product Line

The Element3; Metallic line from Raybestos focuses on delivering consistent braking performance using metallic friction materials. This product line emphasizes durability and noise reduction through features like integrally molded friction material and attached pad shims. The PGD289M disc brake pad set is part of this line, engineered to meet the braking demands of various GM vehicles without the inclusion of pad wear sensors or slotted designs.

Detailed Product Features and Specifications

The PGD289M disc brake pad set features metallic friction material that is integrally molded to the backing plate, ensuring a secure and long-lasting bond. Both the inner and outer pads have a width of 4.960 inches, with thicknesses of 0.193 inches and 0.130 inches respectively. The pads are unslotted and have no chamfered edges, which supports consistent pad-to-rotor contact. Attached pad shims with a staked attachment type help minimize noise and vibration during braking. This set does not include pad wear sensors or mounting hardware.

Compatible Vehicles and Common Applications

• Buick Calais, Skylark
• Cadillac Cimarron
• Chevrolet Cavalier, Corsica
• Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais, Firenza, J2000, J2000 Sunbird, Tempest
• Pontiac Grand Am, Sunbird, Skyhawk

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the Raybestos PGD289M disc brake pads, ensure the rotor surface is clean and free of debris for optimal pad contact. Since mounting hardware is not included, reuse existing hardware if in good condition or source compatible hardware separately. Verify that the attached pad shims are properly seated to reduce noise. These pads do not include wear sensors, so monitor pad thickness regularly to maintain safe braking performance.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Raybestos disc brake pads are manufactured to meet industry standards for safety and performance. The Element3; Metallic line is designed for consistent friction and durability. While specific warranty details for part number PGD289M are not provided here, Raybestos typically offers limited warranties covering defects in materials and workmanship. Consult product documentation or Raybestos directly for warranty terms.