Wagner Brake Z745 Parking Brake Shoe - Rear

Wagner Z745 Parking Brake Shoe Overview

The Wagner Z745 parking brake shoe is built for rear drum parking brake applications that call for OE-matched friction and precise drum contact. It is a direct-fit option for select Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Chevrolet vehicles, including rear parking brake service on the Ford Explorer Sport, Crown Victoria, Ranger, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis.

Wagner Brake’s Wagner line focuses on dependable brake service parts with friction materials matched to original equipment requirements. For parking brake shoe replacement, that means consistent engagement, stable contact against the drum, and fitment that follows the original brake geometry.

Key Features

• OE-matched friction material for parking brake performance
• Precision-ground construction to improve friction-to-drum contact
• Brake drum diameter: 7.240 in.
• Brake shoe width: 1.180 in.
• Primary friction material thickness: 0.130 in.
• FMSI number 1484-S745 for identification and catalog matching
• Wagner Z745 parking brake shoe for rear applications

Detailed Product Description

The Wagner Z745 is a rear parking brake shoe engineered for vehicles using a 7.240-inch brake drum diameter and a 1.180-inch shoe width. Its OE-matched friction material is selected to deliver predictable parking brake engagement, while precision-ground surfaces help maximize contact between the shoe and drum. This makes the Wagner Z745 a practical replacement when servicing rear parking brake hardware on vehicles such as the Ford Crown Victoria, Ford Ranger, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis. The part number Z745 is also commonly referenced in brake catalog searches for rear parking brake shoe replacement.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2002-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, Rear
• Fits 1996-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Rear
• Fits 1998-2002 Ford Ranger, Rear
• Fits 1996-2002 Lincoln Town Car, Rear
• Fits 1996-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, Rear
• Fits 1987-1988 Chevrolet P30, Rear
• Fits 1982-1986 Chevrolet P30, Rear, 12000 (lb) to 14000 (lb) GVW

Common Service Uses

• Restoring parking brake hold on worn rear drum assemblies
• Replacing shoes with reduced lining thickness or uneven wear
• Addressing parking brake drag caused by poor shoe-to-drum contact
• Correcting weak or inconsistent parking brake engagement
• Servicing rear parking brake systems during brake maintenance on compatible Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Chevrolet models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm drum diameter, shoe width, and FMSI match before installation. Inspect the parking brake drum surface for scoring, heat spots, or contamination, since shoe performance depends on clean, even contact. Verify the rear application and vehicle year carefully, especially on Ford Crown Victoria, Ford Ranger, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis models. The part number Z745 and FMSI 1484-S745 are useful references when comparing replacement options.

Quality Assurance

Wagner Brake uses OE-matched friction materials and precision-ground components to support consistent brake performance and proper drum contact. The Wagner Z745 is built to align with original-style parking brake service requirements for the listed rear applications.