Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-in

Perform this operation in a safe area.
NOTE: Perform brake linings surface break-in when replacing shoes with new brake linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Do the major parking brake adjustment. Do the minor parking brake adjustment. Pull the parking brake lever 88 N (9 kgf, 19.8 lbf) of force while driving the vehicle for 400 m (1/4 mile). Drive the vehicle for 400 m (1/4 mile) at 50 km/h (31 mph). Stop the vehicle and release the parking brake for 5−10 minutes to allow the brake disc/drum to cool. Repeat steps 4 through 6 three more times. Check the parking brake lever adjustment. |