OEM 2008 Lincoln Navigator Parking Brake Shoe

2008 Lincoln Navigator Parking Brake Shoe Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the parking brake shoes on 2008 Lincoln Navigator?

  A: The service and repair of parking brake shoes requires first disengaging the parking brake cable tension before disc brake removal. Begin by removing the parking brake shoe retaining clip and pin from the front section and proceeding to remove the parking brake shoe adjuster. A proper tool helps to separate the bottom of the parking brake shoes while the adjuster spring needs to be taken out. Push the front parking brake shoe through the guide flange until it slides upward followed by turning it into an outward position to extract the parking brake shoe return spring. First remove the rear parking brake shoe through removal of its retaining clip and pin then removal of the shoe itself. All components must receive an inspection for excessive wear or damage before any needed part replacements. Place a small amount of grease on each of the six parking brake shoe contact points on the disc brake shield while making sure the brake shoe linings stay free from grease to stop contamination. When installing the rear parking brake shoe you should hold it stable while you add both the retaining pin and clip. Install the front parking brake shoe while connecting its return spring to rear and front shoes before guiding the front shoe into the guide flange. Place the front parking brake shoe on the flange until it reaches its proper position and fasten it with a retaining pin and clip. Use an appropriate tool to open the bottom margin of the parking brake shoes while installing the parking brake shoe adjuster components. Functional adjustment of the parking brakes should be followed by assistance in activating the parking brake cable mechanism through front cable movement at the coupler until the retaining pin provides adequate cable leverage. The last step involves checking the parking brake for proper functioning.