How to remove the rear brake shoes on GMC Savana?

To remove the rear brake shoes, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the vehicle's rear. Support it securely on jackstands and block the front wheels to prevent rolling. Release the parking brake and remove the wheel. It's important to note that all four rear brake shoes must be replaced at the same time, so work on one brake assembly at a time to avoid mixing up parts. Once the wheel is removed, take off the brake drum. Before beginning any work, clean the brake shoe assembly with brake system cleaner. To reinstall the drum, check for any cracks, score marks, deep scratches, or hard spots. If any of these conditions exist, the drum must be resurfaced. Install the brake drum on the axle flange and use a screwdriver inserted through the adjusting hole to turn the adjuster star wheel. This will ensure that the brake shoes drag on the drum as it rotates. Then, back off the star wheel until the shoes no longer drag. Reinstall the plug in the drum. Mount the wheel, install the lug nuts, and lower the vehicle. Finally, tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque specifications. To adjust the brakes, make several forward and reverse stops and operate the parking brake until satisfactory pedal action is achieved. Before driving the vehicle, carefully check the operation of the brakes.

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GMC Savana Shoe Kit, Rear Parking Brake
Part Number: 25904969
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- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 12473088
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2024 GMC Savana | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 4.8L Flex, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.6L, 8 Cyl 6.6L Diesel
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GMC Savana Shoe Kit, Rear Parking Brake
Part Number: 23380398
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- Other Name: Shoe Kit, Rear Park Brk; Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 20778485
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2009-2024 GMC Savana | 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY | 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 4.8L Flex, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.6L, 8 Cyl 6.6L Diesel
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GMC Savana Rear Brake Shoe Kit
Part Number: 19150002
$117.25 MSRP: $221.23
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- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 18026295, 18014760
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 GMC Savana | 1/2 TON CARGO, 1/2 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1/2 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1/2 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 1/2 TON PASSENGER SAVANA, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L
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GMC Savana Brake Kit,Rear Parking
Part Number: 89026788
Product Specifications
- Other Name: BRAKE KIT, Parking Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 12472853, 12477911, 88982878
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2003-2014 GMC Savana | 1/2 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1/2 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1/2 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 1/2 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 4.8L, 8 Cyl 4.8L Flex, 8 Cyl 5.3L, 8 Cyl 5.3L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex, 8 Cyl 6.6L Diesel
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GMC Savana Shoe Kit, Rear Park Brk
Part Number: 84786070
$79.27 MSRP: $144.11
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2021-2024 GMC Savana | 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RV CUTAWAY | 4 Cyl 2.8L Diesel, 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 6.6L
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GMC Savana Rear Brake Shoe Kit
Part Number: 12477878
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- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 15665563, 15662505
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 GMC Savana | 1 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 1 TON CARGO SAVANA, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXPRESS, 1 TON COMMERCIAL/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE SAVANA, 1 TON PASSENGER, 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L, 8 Cyl 8.1L
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GMC Savana Rear Brake Shoe Kit
Part Number: 88964441
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 15662503
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2002 GMC Savana | 3/4 TON CARGO EXPRESS, 3/4 TON CARGO SAVANA, 3/4 TON PASSENGER EXPRESS, 3/4 TON PASSENGER SAVANA | 6 Cyl 4.3L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L, 8 Cyl 6.5L Diesel, 8 Cyl 7.4L

GMC Savana Brake Shoe

The GMC Savana Brake Shoe creates the friction heart of the rear drum system, converting pedal pressure into dependable stopping power for the van. Inside each rear drum, there are two curved metal carriers known as Brake Shoe that are wrapped in heat-resistant lining and press outwards when the wheel cylinder pistons extend. This action grips the spinning drum, and due to the spinning drum pulling the lining even tighter, the self-energizing design multiplies braking power, and return springs pull the Brake Shoe back when the pedal is lifted. Since the 1960s, every setup includes a self-adjuster to keep the clearance correct as the linings wear, allowing the Savana to have consistent pedal feel without having to be manually adjusted. Every Brake Shoe is also connected to a simple cable so the parking brake can lock the wheels firmly in place. Most model years rely on the non-servo or leading-trailing layout for smooth everyday stops; however, some heavy-duty versions use duo servo, where both shoes share force through the adjuster bar to achieve maximum grab under load. Each type of Brake Shoe matches the weight demands and helps to keep the GMC Savana confident on the road. Regular checks will be performed to ensure that fade does not occur and to keep the GMC Savana secure.

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Shoe Kit, Rear Parking Brake
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Q: How to remove the rear brake shoes on GMC Savana?
A:
To remove the rear brake shoes, start by loosening the wheel lug nuts and raising the vehicle's rear. Support it securely on jackstands and block the front wheels to prevent rolling. Release the parking brake and remove the wheel. It's important to note that all four rear brake shoes must be replaced at the same time, so work on one brake assembly at a time to avoid mixing up parts. Once the wheel is removed, take off the brake drum. Before beginning any work, clean the brake shoe assembly with brake system cleaner. To reinstall the drum, check for any cracks, score marks, deep scratches, or hard spots. If any of these conditions exist, the drum must be resurfaced. Install the brake drum on the axle flange and use a screwdriver inserted through the adjusting hole to turn the adjuster star wheel. This will ensure that the brake shoes drag on the drum as it rotates. Then, back off the star wheel until the shoes no longer drag. Reinstall the plug in the drum. Mount the wheel, install the lug nuts, and lower the vehicle. Finally, tighten the lug nuts to the proper torque specifications. To adjust the brakes, make several forward and reverse stops and operate the parking brake until satisfactory pedal action is achieved. Before driving the vehicle, carefully check the operation of the brakes.