Wagner Brake Z791 Parking Brake Shoe - Rear

Wagner Z791 Parking Brake Shoe Overview

The Wagner Z791 parking brake shoe is built for rear brake service on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It uses OE-matched friction material and precision-ground surfaces to help maintain consistent contact with the brake drum.

Compatible With rear parking brake applications on the Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Aviator, this Wagner Brake shoe is engineered for accurate drum engagement and dependable parking brake function.

Key Features

• OE-matched friction material for brake performance aligned with original equipment expectations
• 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: 0.170 in.
• FMSI number: 1533-S791
• Part number Z791 for rear parking brake service

Detailed Product Description

Wagner Brake Z791 is a rear parking brake shoe designed around the 1533 lining and S791 steel specification. The shoe dimensions are matched for a 7.240-inch drum diameter and 1.180-inch width, helping support proper shoe-to-drum contact during parking brake engagement. For buyers searching for a rear parking brake shoe for 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2002-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, or 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, this part number provides a direct service option.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Weak or inconsistent parking brake hold
• Noise from worn rear parking brake shoes
• Poor drum contact caused by worn friction surfaces
• Reduced parking brake effectiveness during vehicle hold
• Service replacement for worn rear brake shoe linings

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify drum diameter, shoe width, and FMSI match before installation. Inspect the brake drum for scoring, heat spots, or out-of-round wear, since drum condition affects shoe contact and parking brake performance. Confirm rear application and vehicle fitment for the specific Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, or Lincoln Aviator model year before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Wagner Brake uses OE-matched friction materials and precision-ground surfaces to support consistent fit and braking contact in rear parking brake service.