Focus L4-2.0L (2009)
Brake Shoe: Service and Repair
Brake Shoes
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the parking brake control boot.
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Release the boot clip.
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Lift the boot upward and over the parking brake control handle.
2. NOTE: Make sure the rear brakes are cool to the touch.
Move the parking brake control to the fully released position.
3. Relieve the tension on the parking brake cable.
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Loosen the adjustment nut.
4. Remove the brake drum. For additional information, refer to Brake Drum See: Brake Drum/Service and Repair.
5. Remove the hold-down clips and pins.
6. NOTE: Do not allow the wheel cylinder pistons to fall out of the wheel cylinder bore.
Disconnect the brake shoes from the wheel cylinder.
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Using a suitable tool, hold the wheel cylinder pistons in place.
