Parking Brake Shoes: Inspection

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Check that no grease has leaked out of the wheel hub.
Check the parking brake expander for damage. Lubricate if necessary.
Clean the surfaces of the brake drum where the brake shoes make contact. Lubricate the contact surfaces on the brake shield.
Check that hub flange is clean. Remove any rust.