Genuine Chrysler PT Cruiser Parking Brake Shoe

Chrysler PT Cruiser Parking Brake Shoe Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Shoe Kit-Drum
  5140710AA
  Q: How Do You Replace the Parking Brake Shoes?

  A: To replace the parking brake shoes, start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts, raising the rear of the vehicle, and supporting it securely on jackstands. Remove the rear wheels and release the parking brake. Next, remove the rear calipers, but keep them supported with wire and avoid disconnecting the Brake Line. Proceed to remove the rear discs and the hub and bearing assemblies. Clean the parking brake assembly with brake system cleaner. Follow the specified order to replace the parking brake shoes, involving steps like removing hold-down clips, return springs, and shoe assemblies, cleaning and lubricating parts, and connecting the adjuster lever to the cable. Inspect the drum surface for any damage, and if necessary, have it resurfaced by a machine shop. Once everything is in order, install the hub and bearing assemblies and adjust the parking brake shoes to ensure they don't drag. Reinstall the caliper and repeat the process for the other rear wheel's parking brake shoes. Finally, adjust the parking brake, ensuring the shoes don't drag, and complete the process by installing the wheels and lowering the vehicle while tightening the lug nuts to the specified torque.