As one of the vital components of the braking system, wheel cylinders are what apply the rear brake shoe to the drum in order to bring your car to a stop. It consists of a cylinder that has two pistons, one on each side. A rubber seal and a shaft are placed on each piston that links the piston to the brake shoe. When pressure is applied, the pistons are pushed out causing the shoes to come in contact with the drum; thus allowing your car to stop. Ensuring that your vehicle's wheel cylinder is in top shape at all times is essential so you get sure stoppage in any driving application. The wheel cylinder is mounted with the push rods in drum type brakes. It extends from the outer side of each piston where they bear against the toe end of each brake shoe. In disc brakes though, the wheel cylinder is part of the brake caliper. The brake fluid causes the pistons of the wheel cylinder to move which forces the brake pads against the brake drums or rotors. Proper maintenance and inspection of the part though is vital to ensure of its reliable service life. Sooner or later though, your car's wheel cylinder will fail. A leaking wheel cylinder is often a common sign of failure. A soft pedal due to the brake fluid leaking out is an indication of a worn out wheel cylinder. A good rule to follow is to have your tires rotated every 6,000 miles coupled with a brake inspection done at the same time. If the inspection revealed that replacement is necessary, do it as soon as possible. Do not delay replacement to avoid adding up the cost of your original repair need. For your wheel cylinder replacement need, our online site stocks premium quality and high end wheel cylinders built by leading manufacturers. Simply browse through our online catalog to find the wheel cylinder that fits you cars make and model. We have customer service personnel available 24/7 to assist you in any of your shopping concerns. Complete your wheel cylinder and other auto parts needs with us today.