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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 1999 🢒 Catera 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Park Brake 🢒 Parking Brake Shoe Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Release the parking brake if applied.

    2. Important: Replace the parking brake shoes in complete axle sets only.

  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.

    4. Object Number: 219671 Size: SH
  4. Remove the rotor set screw (1).
  5. Remove the brake rotor from the hub.

    6. Object Number: 219667 Size: SH
  6. Remove the parking brake cable return spring (2) from the parking brake lever (3) and backing plate.
  7. Remove the parking brake cable (1) from the parking brake lever (3).

    8. Object Number: 219673 Size: SH
  8. Use brake spring pliers (2) to remove the parking brake shoe upper return spring (1) from the parking brake shoe (3).

    9. Object Number: 219675 Size: SH
  9. Remove the parking brake adjuster (1).

    10. Object Number: 219676 Size: SH
  10. Use brake spring pliers (2) to remove the parking brake shoe lower return spring (1) from the parking brake shoe (3).
  11. Rotate the wheel bearing hub flange to the center largest cutout over the parking brake shoe retaining pin.

    12. Object Number: 389516 Size: SH
  12. With a ¼-inch drive, deep well socket that fits over the retaining pin, press down on the brake shoe retaining cup to remove the following components:
    13. • To remove the parking brake shoe retaining spring.
    • To remove the parking brake shoe retaining cup.
  13. Repeat steps for the opposing brake shoe retaining spring, retainer, and pin removal.
  14. Remove the parking brake shoes.

    15. Object Number: 219678 Size: SH
  15. Remove the parking brake lever strut (1) and pivot pin (2).
  16. Remove the parking brake lever.
  17. Clean all the removed components.
  18. Inspect all the removed components for wear and/or damage.

    19. Object Number: 389514 Size: SH
  19. Replace any worn and/or damaged parts.

Installation Procedure
  1. Lubricate the parking brake adjuster screw and its threads completely.
  2. Install the parking brake shoe.
  3. Rotate the wheel bearing hub flange to the center largest cutout over the parking brake shoe retaining pin.

    4. Object Number: 389512 Size: SH
  4. With a ¼-inch drive, deep well socket that fits over the retaining pin, press down on the brake shoe retaining cup to install the following components:
    5. • To install the parking brake shoe retaining spring (1).
    • To install the parking brake shoe retaining cup.
  5. Repeat steps to install the opposing brake shoe.
  6. Install the parking brake lever.

    7. Object Number: 389514 Size: SH
  7. Install the parking brake lever strut with the pivot pin.

    8. Object Number: 219676 Size: SH
  8. Use brake spring pliers (2) to install the parking brake shoe lower return spring.

    9. Object Number: 219675 Size: SH
  9. Install the self adjuster (1) between the shoes.

    10. Object Number: 219673 Size: SH
  10. Use brake spring pliers (2) to install the parking brake shoe upper return spring (1).
  11. Extend the parking brake adjuster until the brake shoes just touch the brake drum.
  12. Install the brake rotor onto the wheel bearing hub.

    13. Object Number: 219667 Size: SH
  13. Install the parking brake cable (1) onto the parking brake lever (3).
  14. Install the parking brake cable return spring (2) to the parking brake lever (3) and the brake backing plate.

    15. Object Number: 219671 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  15. Install the brake rotor set screw (1).

    16. Tighten
    Tighten the brake rotor set screw (1) to 4 N·m (35 lb in).

  16. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement in Disc Brakes.
  17. Repeat the above procedure for the opposite side of the vehicle.
  18. Test the parking brake operation and state of adjustment.

    19. Important: Ensure the rear wheels still turn on the 4th notch of the parking brake application. Ensure the rear wheels are tight on the 7th notch. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Adjustment .