What is handbrake shoe replacement?
New handbrake shoes restore holding power on cars with drum-in-disc handbrakes.
Many cars with rear disc brakes have a small drum inside the rotor for the handbrake. Its shoes wear or rust and stop holding the car properly.
Signs you need it
- Car rolls on a slope with the handbrake on
- Lever pulls up very high
- Scraping from the rear
How it works
- Remove calipers and rotors
- Replace handbrake shoes and hardware
- Adjust
- Test on a slope
You can choose a workshop visit or have a professional come to your home, work or depot.
How much does it cost?
The exact price depends on your vehicle and the job. On MYLES, each professional shows a fixed price, a starting price, a range, or sends a quote — so you can compare like for like before you book.
- Shoe and hardware kit
- Rotor replacement if worn
- Seized parts
Tips
- Use the handbrake regularly
- Replace rotors at the same time if they are worn
Why it matters
Important for safe parking and WOF.