For 1990-2009 cars only
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the rear brake caliper bracket with the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
- Remove the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
- Inspect the park brake shoe and lining. If it exhibits any of the following conditions, then it requires replacement :
- Install the rear brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement .
- Install the rear brake caliper with the rear brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in the Preface section.
Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in the Preface section.
| • | Excessive wear indicated by the park brake lining being worn down to the shoe |
| • | Brake lining cracking |
| • | Oil or fluid contamination of the brake lining |
