Park Brake Shoe Inspection

Parking Brake Shoe Inspection





Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution .

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the rear brake caliper bracket with the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement) .
4. Remove the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .

5. Inspect the park brake shoe and lining. If it exhibits any of the following conditions, then it requires replacement :

* Excessive wear indicated by the park brake lining being worn down to the shoe
* Brake lining cracking
* Oil or fluid contamination of the brake lining

6. Install the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
7. Install the rear brake caliper with the rear brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement) .
8. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
9. Lower the vehicle.