Park Brake Shoe Inspection

Parking Brake Shoe Inspection
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution (Brake Dust Caution) .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the rear brake caliper and brake disc. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
4. Inspect the park brake shoe and lining for the following conditions:

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

5. If any of the conditions listed are found, replace the park brake shoes. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Replacement (Service and Repair) .
6. Adjust the park brake shoe. Refer to Parking Brake Adjustment (Adjustments) .
7. Install the rear brake disc. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (Service and Repair) .
8. Install the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Rear Brake Caliper Replacement) .
9. Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
10. Lower the vehicle.