OEM 2001 Lincoln Town Car Parking Brake Shoe

2001 Lincoln Town Car Parking Brake Shoe Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the parking brake shoe on 2001 Lincoln Town Car?

  A: Before servicing or repairing parking brake shoes it is crucial to shut off air suspension electrical power by using the storage compartment air suspension switch to avoid unexpected air spring inflation or deflation during vehicle hoisting and jacking and towing operations. Start by hoisting the vehicle then remove wheels with tires while also taking out the brake disc. To remove and install brake shoe adjusting screw springs use a scratch awl or similar sharp-pointed tool because of its enhanced functionality. Workers should initially free the brake shoe adjustment screw plus brake shoe hold down springs before removing the parking brake shoe and linings. All system components need an inspection for wear and damage levels before replacing any defective parts. Installation requires reversing removal steps while applying High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant F6AZ-9IA94-AA per Ford specification ESE-M12A4-A or its equivalent to the brake shoe contact areas prior to brake shoe installation. The adjusting screw threads need lubrication using the identical lubricant during this procedure. Set the rear brake shoe and lining diameter to 0.5 mm (0.020 inch) smaller than the drum section of the brake disc inner diameter by using a brake adjusting gauge as the last installation step.