Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-In

Park vehicle on firm, level surface. Perform major parking brake adjustment, then minor parking brake adjustment. See PARKING BRAKE  under ADJUSTMENTS. Drive vehicle at no more than 31 mph (50 km/h). Pull parking brake lever 2-4 clicks while driving vehicle for 1/4 mile (400 m). Stop vehicle, and release parking brake lever for 5-10 minutes to allow drums to cool. Repeat driving procedure 3 more times. Perform major parking brake adjustment again.