Removing Brake Shoes

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It is not necessary 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 → WM 468316 ADJUSTING AND CALIBRATING BRAKE SHOES .

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

Brake Shoes
Adjustment Device
Compression Springs
Tension Springs

Fig 1: Component Overview Of Parking Brake
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Loosen adjustment device -2- with a screwdriver. → Adjustment device

Fig 2: Identifying Adjustment Device
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WARNING:
Preloaded or pressurized components
- Risk of injury (e.g. crushing or bruising) when removing and installing springs.
→ Do not reach into the danger area.

→ Relieve the tension on components before starting work.

→ Secure components to prevent them from loosening suddenly.

→ Wear protective gloves and goggles.

→ Be very careful when working on the brake system.
Remove compression springs -3- . → Compression springs

Fig 3: Compressing Brake System Springs
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Disengage both tension springs -4- . → Tension springs

Fig 4: Locating Brake System Tension Springs
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Remove brake shoes with adjustment device -1 and 2- .
Secure actuator for parking brake with a tie-wrap -arrow- .

Fig 5: Securing Actuator For Parking Brake With Tie-Wrap
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