Dexter Hydraulic Wheel Cylinder Push Rod 054-156-00 for Trailer Brake Actuators

The Dexter 054-156-00 is a hydraulic wheel cylinder push rod used in trailer brake actuator assemblies. The push rod is the mechanical link between the hydraulic wheel cylinder piston and the brake shoe, transferring the force generated by hydraulic pressure into the mechanical movement that applies the brake shoe against the drum. As the actuator builds hydraulic pressure, the push rod extends to press the shoe outward; when pressure releases, it retracts to allow the shoe to return to its resting position.

This is a lightweight component at 0.07 pounds, sized to fit within the wheel cylinder bore and actuator housing of the trailer brake assembly it is designed for. Because push rods see repeated cyclic loading every time the brakes are applied, replacing a worn, bent, or corroded push rod with the correct Dexter part helps maintain proper shoe engagement and consistent braking performance.

Specifications

• Brand: Dexter
• Manufacturer Part Number: 054-156-00
• Product Category: Trailer Brake Actuators
• Weight: 0.07 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dexter 054-156-00 used for? It is a hydraulic wheel cylinder push rod, part number 054-156-00, used inside a trailer brake actuator to transfer force from the wheel cylinder piston to the brake shoe.

How much does this push rod weigh? The Dexter push rod 054-156-00 weighs 0.07 pounds.

What brand is part number 054-156-00? Part number 054-156-00 is manufactured by Dexter.

What category of part is this? This item is listed under trailer brake actuators, since the push rod is a component within that assembly.

How does a wheel cylinder push rod work? The push rod extends when hydraulic pressure builds in the wheel cylinder, pressing the brake shoe outward against the drum, and retracts as pressure releases so the shoe returns to its resting position.

Why would I need to replace this push rod? A push rod that is worn, bent, or corroded can prevent proper shoe engagement, so replacing it with the Dexter 054-156-00 helps restore consistent brake actuator performance.

Is 054-156-00 the correct part number to order? Yes, 054-156-00 is the Dexter part number for this hydraulic wheel cylinder push rod.

Does this push rod come with mounting hardware? The listing covers the Dexter 054-156-00 push rod itself; no additional hardware is specified.