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Procedures




Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-in

WARNING
Do this operation in a safe area.

NOTE:

- Do the brake linings surface brake-in when replacing shoes with new linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum.
- Check the number of parking brake lever clicks. Adjust the parking brake before lining surface brake-in Adjustments.

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.

2. Release the parking brake lever fully.

3. Pull the parking brake lever 2 to 4 clicks.

4. Drive the vehicle for 0.25 mile (400 m) at about 31 mph (50 km/h).

5. Stop the vehicle, and release the parking brake lever for 5-10 minutes to allow the brake disc/drum to cool.

6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 three more times.

7. Check the parking brake lever adjustment Adjustments.