RL V6-3.5L (2007)
Parking Brake Shoe: Procedures
Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-in
WARNING: Do this operation in a safe area.
NOTE:
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Do brake lining surface break-in when replacing shoes with new brake linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum.
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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. Do the major parking brake adjustment.
3. Press the parking brake pedal (A) with 180 N-m (18.4 kgf-m, 133 lbf-ft).
4. Drive the vehicle for 1/4 mile (400 m) at 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 down.
6. Repeat steps 4 through 6.
7. Check the parking brake pedal adjustment.
