Subaru 26298AA011 Brake Shoe Kit

To replace the parking brake shoes, utilize a hold-down spring tool (or screwdriver if applicable), disconnect hold-down cups and springs, unhook the secondary shoe return spring, remove the strut, strut spring, and lower return spring, detach the parking brake cable from the lever, clean the backing plate, lubricate the brake shoe contact areas with high-temperature grease, transfer the parking brake lever to the new secondary shoe, install the hold-down pin, spring, and cup, and lock down the spring. Proceed to install the strut and strut spring, hook the lower return spring to each shoe, install the adjuster between them, place the primary shoe and shoe guide plate, install the hold-down pin, spring, and retainer, and hook the upper return springs to each shoe. Repeat this procedure for the other parking brake assembly.

To perform rear brake maintenance, first, loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the rear of the vehicle, and secure it with jack stands while blocking the front wheels. Remove the rear wheels and release the parking brake.

Install the brake drums. Adjust the brake shoes by turning the adjuster until the wheel stops turning, then back off the adjusters lightly. Install the wheels and lug nuts. Lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts. Test the brakes for proper operation before driving the vehicle in traffic.

Check the parking brake drums for score marks, deep grooves, hard spots, and cracks. Wash the disc brakes.