Overview
The Power Stop Z36-909 rear brake pads are Z36 Truck and Tow disc brake pads for 2001–2010 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500.
Power Stop built this compound for heavier trucks and SUVs, aimed at owners who want more bite than the original pads give. The Z36 friction level is 17 percent higher than OE pads.
Key features
- Carbon and ceramic friction formula
- Thermal scorched finish
- Chamfered and slotted like the OE pads
- Powdercoated backing plate
- Noise insulating shims
- Hi-temp lubricant included
- Direct fit with the stock caliper, rear position
Heavy-duty rear service
Heavy-duty trucks put more load on every brake component, so rear pads on a 3500 series truck work through more heat and more weight than those on lighter pickups. Consistent contact between pad and rotor is what keeps the pedal predictable. Uneven pad wear or a pulsing pedal often points to a rotor or slide problem rather than the pad itself.
When a truck is used for hauling, check the rear brakes at each service interval rather than waiting for noise. Clean the caliper bracket and slide surfaces, and apply the supplied hi-temp lubricant only where it is needed. Some owners fit the pads alongside a rotor replacement to keep the braking surfaces matched.
- Check rear rotors for scoring and heat spots
- Confirm the caliper slides move freely
- Test the brakes at low speed after the first trips
Specifications
| Brand | Power Stop |
|---|---|
| Part number | Z36-909 |
| UPC | 792088992406 |
| Product line | Z36 Truck and Tow |
| Position | Rear |
| Caliper | Stock |
| Fit | Direct fit |
| Type | Upgrade |
| Friction material | Carbon and ceramic formula |
| Finish | Thermal scorched |
| Pad design | Chamfered and slotted like OE |
| Backing plate | Powdercoated |
| Shims | Noise insulating |
| Lubricant | Hi-temp lubricant included |
| Coefficient of friction | 17 percent higher than OE pads (Power Stop) |
Vehicle fitment
It fits the 2001–2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500, the 2007 Classic versions of each, and the 2007–2010 Silverado 3500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD.
Model years after 2010 and the 2500-series trucks are not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Brake work is safety-critical, so have a qualified technician handle the job if you are unsure of the steps.
What’s included
- Z36 Truck and Tow rear brake pads, part Z36-909
- Noise insulating shims
- Hi-temp lubricant
Not included: brake rotors and calipers.
