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How do you inspect brake shoes?

I’m taking my vehicle in to get my brakes serviced and I’m not sure what to expect. How do you inspect brake shoes?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
To inspect brake shoes, a mechanic will usually remove your car’s tires first to look at them. A mechanic will then look for problems like uneven wear and cracking on the brake shoes.
If the brake shoe needs replacing, it’s recommended to replace both simultaneously.
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