Procedures
Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-inWARNING: Do this operation in a safe area.
NOTE:
^ Do brake lining surface break-in when replacing shoes with new brake linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum.
^ Check the number of parking brake lever clicks. Adjust the parking brake before lining surface break-in.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
2. Release the parking brake pedal.
3. Press the parking brake pedal with 196 N-m (20 kgf, 44 lbf) (4 clicks) of force.
4. Drive the vehicle for 1/4 mile (400 m) at about 31 mph (50 km /h).
5. Stop the vehicle, and release the parking brake for 5-10 minutes to allow the brake disc/drum to cool.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 again.
7. Check the parking brake pedal adjustment.