Removing Brake Shoes

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There is no need to grind down the parking-brake shoes if the parking-brake shoes are not replaced.

Set the brake shoes to the basic setting if necessary and calibrate the brakes

> 468316 ADJUSTING AND CALIBRATING PARKING-BRAKE SHOES

Mark the parking-brake shoes and adjustment device according to their installation position.
Secure the adjustment device to prevent it from turning.

Fig 1: Overview Of Foot-Operated Parking Brake Components Location

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Component overview of foot-operated parking brake

1	Brake shoes
2	Adjustment device
3	Compression springs
4	Tension springs

Loosen adjustment device -2- with a screwdriver. > Adjustment device

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Adjustment device
WARNING:
Preloaded or pressurized components
- Risk of injury (e.g. crushing or bruising) when removing and installing springs.
  1. Do not reach into the danger area.
  2. Relieve the tension on components before starting work.
  3. Secure components to prevent them from loosening suddenly.
  4. Wear protective gloves and goggles.
  5. Be very careful when working on the brake system.
Remove compression springs -3- . > Compression springs

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Compression springs
Disengage both tension springs -4- . > Tension springs

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Tension springs
Remove brake shoes with adjustment device -1 and 2- .
Secure actuator for parking brake with a tie-wrap -arrow- .

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