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14-WC37778• Rear• Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder
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GeoBrakes carries OEM-grade drum brake wheel cylinders confirmed to fit the Pontiac 6000, the hydraulic actuators at the top of each drum brake assembly that convert brake fluid pressure into the mechanical force that pushes the 6000 shoes against the drum. Available in new and remanufactured options for your 6000, every cylinder is bored to OEM specifications
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The drum brake wheel cylinder on the Pontiac 6000 is the hydraulic component that actuates your 6000 drum brake shoes every time you press the brake pedal. Brake fluid pressure from the master cylinder enters the 6000 wheel cylinder and acts equally on two opposed pistons, pushing them outward simultaneously toward each shoe on the Pontiac 6000. A leaking 6000 wheel cylinder actively bleeds hydraulic pressure from the brake circuit and contaminates the brake shoes with fluid, both of which directly compromise your ability to stop the Pontiac 6000.
Pontiac 6000 drum brake wheel cylinders are particularly vulnerable to corrosion in American road salt conditions. Salt water penetrates the dust boots over time on the 6000, attacking the cylinder bore surface. Once the Pontiac 6000 bore is pitted, new piston cup seals cannot maintain a leak-free seal. Internally corroded 6000 cylinders must be replaced, not rebuilt. Vehicles in high-salt urban environments often require 6000 wheel cylinder replacement on the same service interval as brake shoes.
GeoBrakes stocks both new OEM-specification wheel cylinders and quality remanufactured units for the Pontiac 6000. New cylinders are the stronger choice for 6000 vehicles in high-corrosion environments. Remanufactured units offer excellent value for Pontiac 6000 vehicles in moderate conditions where the original bore was sound. Our vehicle selector confirms the correct 6000 cylinder, right bore diameter, port location, and mounting configuration, for your 6000 drum brake assembly before purchase.
Can I drive my Pontiac 6000 with a leaking wheel cylinder?
No. A leaking 6000 cylinder actively loses hydraulic pressure from the brake circuit, reducing stopping force on your Pontiac 6000 over time. Brake fluid that reaches the 6000 shoes renders the friction material ineffective. A leaking Pontiac 6000 wheel cylinder is an immediate safety concern that requires urgent attention.
Should I replace both wheel cylinders on my Pontiac 6000 at the same time?
Yes. If one 6000 cylinder has leaked or seized due to age and corrosion, the cylinder on the opposite side of the Pontiac 6000 has experienced identical conditions and is at a similar stage of deterioration. Replacing both ensures balanced hydraulic pressure on your 6000 and avoids a second service call within months.
Do I need to bleed the brakes on my Pontiac 6000 after replacing a wheel cylinder?
Yes. Replacing a 6000 wheel cylinder opens the hydraulic circuit, allowing air to enter. After installation on the Pontiac 6000, the entire rear brake circuit must be bled to remove all air and restore a firm, consistent brake pedal on your 6000.