Brake Shoe: Testing and Inspection

BRAKE LINING THICKNESS CHECK

NOTE: For brake lining Thickness for drum-in-disc brake, refer to Parking Brake Drum - Inspection.

1. Remove the brake drum





2. Measure the thickness of the brake lining at the area with the worst wear.
Standard value: 4.9 mm (0.19 inch)
Minimum limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 inch)

CAUTION:
^ Whenever the shoe and lining assembly is replaced, replace both RH and LH assemblies as a set to prevent the car from pulling to one side when braking.
^ If there is a significant difference in the thickness of the shoe and lining assemblies on the left and right sides, check the sliding condition of the piston.

3. Replace the shoe and lining assembly if the brake lining thickness is less than the limit or if it is not worn evenly.