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Parking Brake Shoe Lining Break-in

WARNING: Do this operation in a safe area.
NOTE:
  • Do the brake lining surface break-in when replacing shoes with new brake linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum.
  • Check the number of parking brake pedal clicks. Adjust the parking brake before lining surface break-in (see PARKING BRAKE SHOE LINING BREAK-IN ).
  1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
  2. Release the parking brake pedal.
  3. Press the parking brake pedal 2 to 4 clicks.
    Fig 1: Pressing Parking Brake Pedal
    G05965414Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Drive the vehicle for 1/4 mile (400 m) at no more than 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.
  6. Repeat step 3 through 5 two more times.
  7. Check the parking brake pedal adjustment (see PEDAL FREE PLAY ).
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