How to Replace Parking Brake Shoe Hardware 07-10 Dodge Ram
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 90 min · Dodge Ram
Replace the rear parking-brake shoes on a 2007–2010 Dodge Ram, inspect the shoe hardware and adjuster, and verify the rotor turns with only slight drag.
Tools you will need
- Socket Extensions
- Torque Wrench
- Hammer
- Jack Stands
- Brake Parts Cleaner
- 21mm Socket
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Anti-Seize Grease
- Chisel
- Ratchet
- Wire Brush
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
- 22mm Socket
Parts and supplies
- Rear parking-brake shoes
- Parking-brake retaining hardware, if worn
Steps
Raise the vehicle and remove the wheel
Chock the front wheels, loosen the rear lug nuts, and raise the truck on secure stands. Remove the wheel and support the caliper if it must be moved for rotor access.
Remove the caliper and rotor
Remove the caliper-carrier fasteners and secure the assembly without loading the brake hose. Back off the parking-brake adjuster if the shoes hold the rotor, then remove the rotor.
Remove the old parking-brake shoes
Record the shoe spring and adjuster layout. Release the return springs and retaining hardware, then lift the shoes away from the actuator and backing plate.
Install the replacement shoes
Clean the backing plate contact points and install the shoes in the correct orientation. Refit the retaining pins, return springs, and adjuster, ensuring the actuator engages properly.
Adjust and reinstall the rotor
Brush rust from the hub face and fit the rotor. Adjust the star wheel until there is slight, even drag, then reinstall the caliper and tighten its fasteners to specification.
Refit the wheel and test
Install the wheel and torque lug nuts to specification. Apply and release the parking brake several times, confirm the rotor frees when released, then test carefully at low speed.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.