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Wagner Brake Z169R Drum Brake Shoe - Front or Rear

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Wagner Z169R Drum Brake Shoe Overview

The Wagner Z169R drum brake shoe is built for vehicles that use 10-inch by 2-1/2-inch rear or front drum brake setups. It uses organic friction material with riveted attachment and precision-ground surfaces to improve friction-to-drum contact for consistent braking response.

Compatible with a wide range of Ford, Mercury, Dodge, and Mazda applications, this Wagner brake shoe is a direct-fit option for classic and late-model trucks, vans, and passenger vehicles that require the S169R / Z169R specification.

  • Organic friction material for predictable drum brake operation
  • Riveted friction attachment for the listed OE-style application
  • 2.500-inch brake shoe width
  • 10.000-inch brake drum diameter specification
  • Primary friction thickness: 0.210; secondary friction thickness: 0.250
  • FMSI number S169R / FMSI steel S169R
  • Fits front and rear positions depending on vehicle application

Product Details and Fitment

Wagner Brake uses OE-matched friction materials and precision-ground components to help maintain proper shoe-to-drum contact. The Z169R is a practical choice for drivers servicing drum brake systems on Ford Mustang, Ford Bronco, Ford Ranger, and Mazda Navajo applications, as well as several Mercury and Dodge models listed below.

This part cross-references E6TZ2200B and R169 for the same application.

  • Fits 1986-1997 Ford Aerostar, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1983-1994 Ford Ranger, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1994 Mazda B2300, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1994 Mazda B3000, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1994 Mazda B4000, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1991-1994 Mazda Navajo, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1981-1982 Ford F-100, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1980-1982 Ford F-150, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1980 Ford F-100, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes and 4600-4700 lb GVW
  • Fits 1975-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1973-1976 Mercury Montego, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Montego, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1974-1975 Mercury Cougar, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967-1969 Mercury Cougar, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1975 Mercury Marquis, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1966-1973 Ford Bronco, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967-1973 Ford Mustang, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967-1973 Ford Mustang, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967-1972 Mercury Cougar, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1972 Mercury Montego, rear, with 15 in wheels and 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1969-1971 Ford E-100 Econoline, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Colony Park, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Marquis, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1968-1971 Mercury Montego, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1969-1970 Mercury Marauder, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1966-1968 Dodge Charger, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1966-1968 Dodge Charger, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1961-1967 Ford Econoline, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1961-1967 Ford Econoline, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967 Mercury Capri, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1967 Mercury Villager, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1966 Mercury Villager, front, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1962 Dodge Dart, rear, with 10 in x 2-1/2 in brakes
  • Fits 1962 Dodge Dart, front, with 10 ft x 2-1/2 in brakes

Common Brake Issues This Part Addresses

  • Worn drum brake shoes causing reduced stopping performance
  • Uneven shoe-to-drum contact in 10-inch drum brake systems
  • Brake noise or chatter from aged friction material
  • Loss of braking consistency in rear drum brake applications
  • Service replacement needs for OE-style Ford, Mercury, Dodge, and Mazda drum brakes

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm drum diameter, shoe width, and axle position before installation. This Z169R shoe is specified for 10-inch by 2-1/2-inch brake systems, so matching the drum and backing plate configuration is essential. Inspect the brake drum, wheel cylinder, return springs, and adjuster hardware during service, and replace any worn components before assembly.

Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the required brake hardware separately as needed for the vehicle application. Verify the vehicle’s front or rear brake position against the fitment list before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Wagner Brake specifies OE-matched friction materials and precision-ground surfaces to support proper contact between the shoe and drum. The Z169R is identified by FMSI S169R and is built to the listed dimensional and application requirements for the vehicles shown.

This part fits 131 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1997FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1996FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1995FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994FordExplorerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994MazdaB2300Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994MazdaB3000Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994MazdaB4000Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1994MazdaNavajoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1993FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1993FordExplorerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1993FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1993MazdaNavajoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1992FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1992FordExplorerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1992FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1992MazdaNavajoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1991FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1991FordExplorerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1991FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1991MazdaNavajoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1990FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1990FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1989FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1989FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1988FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1988FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1987FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1987FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1986FordAerostarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1986FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1985FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1984FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1983FordRangerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1982FordF-100Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1982FordF-150Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1981FordF-100Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1981FordF-150Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1980FordF-100Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; with 4600 (lb) to 4700 (lb) GVW; Wagner
1980FordF-150Rearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1978MercuryGrand MarquisRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1977MercuryGrand MarquisRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1976MercuryGrand MarquisRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1976MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1975MercuryCougarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1975MercuryGrand MarquisRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1975MercuryMarquisRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1975MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1974MercuryCougarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1974MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1973FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1973FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1973FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1973MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1972FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1972FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1972FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1972MercuryCougarFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1972MercuryMontegoRearwith 15 (in) Wheels; with 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971FordE-100 EconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971MercuryColony ParkFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971MercuryCougarFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971MercuryMarquisFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1971MercuryMontegoFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970FordE-100 EconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryColony ParkFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryCougarFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryMarauderFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryMarquisFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1970MercuryMontegoFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969FordE-100 EconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryColony ParkFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryCougarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryCougar6.4LV8Frontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryCougar7.0LV8Frontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryMarauderFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryMarquisFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1969MercuryMontegoFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968DodgeChargerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968DodgeChargerFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryColony ParkFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryCougarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryCougar6.4LV8Frontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryMarquisFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryMontegoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1968MercuryMontegoFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967DodgeChargerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967DodgeChargerFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967FordMustangRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967FordMustangFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967MercuryCapriFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967MercuryCougarRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967MercuryCougar6.4LV8Frontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1967MercuryVillagerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966DodgeChargerRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966DodgeChargerFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966FordBroncoRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1966MercuryVillagerFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1965FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1965FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1964FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1964FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1963FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1963FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1962DodgeDartRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1962DodgeDartFrontwith 10 (ft) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1962FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1962FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1961FordEconolineRearwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner
1961FordEconolineFrontwith 10 (in) x 2-1/2 (in) Brakes; Wagner

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

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

E6TZ2200BR169

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.