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Park Brake Shoe Inspection

Park Brake Shoe Inspection





1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the rear brake caliper bracket with the rear brake caliper.
4. Remove the rear brake rotor.
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.
7. Install the rear brake caliper with the rear brake caliper bracket.
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Lower the vehicle.