How do you replace GM parking brake shoes?

How do you replace GM parking brake shoes?

On the GM shoes an updated clip is included which helps prevent the shoe from dragging against the rotor when the parking brake is not engaged. Gently place the new shoe over the axle flange and rotate it into position. Start with the lower part of the shoe over the axle flange and work it around.

How do you remove a parking brake drum?

The parking brake drum, which is part of the brake rotor, must first be removed. There are some springs that keep tension on the shoes that need to be removed using a needle-nose pliers, or a special drum brake tool. Once the parking brake shoes are free, the cable spring is compressed to remove the cable from the shoe.

How do you remove parking brake shoe actuator?

While grasping the parking brake cable spring, move it upward on the cable to create room to remove the brake shoe actuator arm from the cable. A pair of side cutters (dikes) works well for this because it will hold to the cable if you clamp down slightly while disconnecting the arm.

How to disassemble a transmission mounted parking brake?

Transmission Mounted Parking Brake Assembly 1.Press the plug into the output flange if plug was previously removed. Apply sealer to the lip of the plug. Press into place with the lip of the plug facing outward. The plug must be flush with the edge of the bore. Transmission Mounted Parking Brake Shoe Disassembly And Assembly =R R P 6L]HG I RU3ULQW

On the GM shoes an updated clip is included which helps prevent the shoe from dragging against the rotor when the parking brake is not engaged. Gently place the new shoe over the axle flange and rotate it into position. Start with the lower part of the shoe over the axle flange and work it around.

While grasping the parking brake cable spring, move it upward on the cable to create room to remove the brake shoe actuator arm from the cable. A pair of side cutters (dikes) works well for this because it will hold to the cable if you clamp down slightly while disconnecting the arm.

How does the parking brake work on a Chevy Silverado?

This article applies to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (1999-2006). When you press down on the parking brake pedal inside of your Silverado, a cable connected to the rear parking brake shoes moves the shoes against the brake rotor.

How are parking brake shoes held in place?

The tool will have a tang on the round part which catches under the spring and forces it from the backing plate. Insert the tool over the brake shoe return spring pivot and twist to release. Do this for both forward and rear facing shoe springs. These shoes are held to the backing plate by a small spring, pin and retainer assembly.