### Brake Shoes

#### INSPECTION

NOTE: When servicing drum brakes, only dissemble and assemble one side at a time, leaving the remaining side intact for reference.

1. Inspect all parts for rust and damage.
2. Measure the lining thickness. The minimum allowable thickness is 0.039 inch (1.0mm). If the lining does not meet the minimum specification, replace it.

   Fig. 1: Using a ruler, measure the shoe lining thickness

   Fig. 2: There is a hole in the backing plate to inspect the brake shoe lining thickness

   NOTE: If one of the brake shoes needs to be replaced, replace all the rear shoes in order to maintain even braking.

3. Measure inside diameter of the drum as detailed in this Section.
4. Place the shoe into the drum and check that the lining is in proper contact with the drum's surface. If the contact is improper, repair the lining with a brake shoe grinder or replace the shoe.
5. To measure the clearance between brake shoe and parking brake lever, temporarily install the parking brake and automatic adjusting levers onto the rear shoe, using a new C-washer/shim. Replace the shim with the correct size, check the chart. With a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the shoe and the lever. The clearance should be 0.013 inch (0.35mm). If the clearance is not as specified, use a shim to adjust it. When the clearance is correct, stake the C-washer with pliers.

   Fig. 3: Using a feeler gauge, measure the clearance between the shoe and lever

   Fig. 4: C-washer/shims come in many sizes

   Fig. 5: Removing and installing a C-clip/shim