Brake Shoes

There are many different parts that make up drum braking systems found on the rear wheels of some vehicles. Brake shoes are considered the friction element used in the system. The brake shoes on your Toyota are friction plates that will press against the inside of the brake drums to help slow down your vehicle. The friction and contact these parts make to the inside of the drums will cause them to wear down over time and they might need to be replaced at some point. There can be a few symptoms that will alert you as a driver of potential problems with your brake shoes, and it's important to pay attention so you can make replacements as needed. Loud or abnormal noises are typically one of the first symptoms of failing brake shoes you might notice. They will produce scraping sounds or squeaking noises. These are usually heard when you step on the pedal. You also might experience a reduced brake response on the road. Be sure that you get OEM Toyota brake shoe replacements when the time comes. We sell them here on our site.