BMW 325xi Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement at your home or office.

Our mobile mechanics offer services 7 days a week. Upfront and transparent pricing.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(70)

Included for free with this service

Online Booking

Mechanic comes to you

12-month / 12k-mile warranty

Free 50 point safety inspection

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to your home or office 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Customer Ratings

(70)

Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement Service

How much does a Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 325xi Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement is $230 with $59 for parts and $171 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2002 BMW 325xiL6-2.5LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$396.62Shop/Dealer Price$473.29 - $624.52
2001 BMW 325xiL6-2.5LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$356.62Shop/Dealer Price$433.35 - $584.63
2003 BMW 325xiL6-2.5LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$356.62Shop/Dealer Price$433.34 - $584.62
2004 BMW 325xiL6-2.5LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$356.62Shop/Dealer Price$433.26 - $584.48
2005 BMW 325xiL6-2.5LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$356.62Shop/Dealer Price$433.40 - $584.72
2006 BMW 325xiL6-3.0LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$289.54Shop/Dealer Price$350.74 - $463.32
Show example BMW 325xi Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement prices

What is the Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe all about?

The job of the parking brake shoes is to hold the car in place (prevent the car from rolling) when you use the parking or emergency brake. Parking brake shoes are installed on cars that have rear rotors (also known as rear disc brakes). Most new cars (made after 1999) have rotors at the rear wheels. In the older cars that have drums at the rear wheels, the brake shoes inside the rear drums act as the parking brake shoes.

Keep in mind:

  • Parking brake shoes only exist on vehicles with rear rotors.
  • The thickness of the brake shoe will let the mechanic know if it needs replacing.
  • Sometimes a parking brake shoe will have debris or contamination; if this is cleaned off, the shoe may not need replacing.

How it's done:

  • Inspect parking brake shoes by removing the rear rotors.
  • If the thickness is less than 30% of the original, install new shoes.
  • Clean and adjust if necessary.
  • Confirm operation of the hand brake.

Our recommendation:

Parking brake shoes are the most overlooked part of the brake system. A mechanic should inspect the parking brake shoes while performing a brake service (changing the rear brake pads or rotors). If the shoes are in good condition, the mechanic should clean and adjust the shoes. If you notice a change in the way parking brake lever feels (easier or harder to pull), or if the car rolls after putting the parking brakes, you should immediately get it inspected and replaced.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Emergency / Parking Brake Shoe?

  • Parking brake does not hold the car.
  • Parking brake does not work.
  • Parking brake does not release.

How important is this service?

When you engage the parking brake, the parking brake shoes hold the car in place by clamping against the rear brake rotors. These shoes assure that the wheels cannot turn, and your car cannot roll. As the parking brake shoes wear out, they become thinner, and cannot apply as much pressure to the rotors, making them much less effective and putting your car at risk of moving out of its parked position.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert BMW mechanics

Real customer reviews from BMW owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(70)

Rating Summary
62
3
1
0
4
62
3
1
0
4

Emmette

36 years of experience
282 reviews
Emmette
36 years of experience
BMW 325xi L6-2.5L - Axle / CV Shaft Assembly Replacement (Driver Side Front, Passenger Side Front) - Fairfax, Virginia
Emmett was great, I am very happy with the work he did!

Lucas

21 years of experience
887 reviews
Lucas
21 years of experience
BMW 325xi L6-2.5L - Oil/Fluid Leak - West Hollywood, California
Knowlegable, honest, straight shooter. Best ever. Customer for life.

Christopher

15 years of experience
40 reviews
Christopher
15 years of experience
BMW 325xi L6-2.5L - Thermostat - Atlanta, Georgia
Very quick and knowledgeable precise

Rey

25 years of experience
103 reviews
Rey
25 years of experience
BMW 325xi L6-2.5L - Coolant is leaking - Woodland Hills, California

Excellent Rating

(70)

Rating Summary
62
3
1
0
4
62
3
1
0
4
Number of BMW 325xi services completed
770+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Barometric Sensor
Common signs include poor engine performance, like sluggish acceleration, lack of power, and misfires, as well as the Check Engine Light turning on.
Windshield Laws in Vermont
Those Those who drive on the roadways in Vermont generally know they are required to follow numerous traffic laws when traveling throughout the state. However, motorists must also be aware of and comply with the laws regarding the equipment on...
The Best Tool For Mechanics to Check for Intake Vacuum/Boost Pressure Leaks
Automotive technician jobs require tools to check for engine leaks. Mac Tools has a high pressure smoke machine that finds leaks in car components.

Half shafts

Hi there. The left hand axle has male end on both sides and the right hand has one male and one female on it. The parts you have are correct. If you need further assistance with your overhaul, a certified,...

Gears or clutch problem.

Hi there: Unfortunately, we don't service many Peugout 206's here in the United States. You might want to have a professional mechanic at your location complete a clutch or transmission inspection; specifically an internal exam; as the symptoms you're describing...

Truck won't idle stalls reduced engine power is on

Hi There, Generally, the check engine light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) comes on when something fairly serious is going on with the vehicle. This can happen for many different reasons such as a faulty mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement), a faulty O2 sensor...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com