BMW 535i GT xDrive 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

(1)

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

(1)

Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement Service

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

On average, the cost for a BMW 535i GT xDrive Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement is $289 with $61 for parts and $228 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2012 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$443.16Shop/Dealer Price$526.96 - $683.85
2013 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$395.16Shop/Dealer Price$479.03 - $635.98
2015 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$395.16Shop/Dealer Price$479.02 - $635.97
2014 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$395.16Shop/Dealer Price$478.93 - $635.80
2011 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$395.16Shop/Dealer Price$479.09 - $636.08
2016 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$395.16Shop/Dealer Price$479.02 - $635.97
2017 BMW 535i GT xDriveL6-3.0L TurboService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$362.30Shop/Dealer Price$416.59 - $526.12
Show example BMW 535i GT xDrive 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

(1)

Rating Summary
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0

Matt

15 years of experience
130 reviews
Matt
15 years of experience
BMW 535i GT xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Axle / CV Shaft Assembly Replacement (Driver Side Front, Passenger Side Front) - Tacoma, Washington
Matt showed up on time, knew what he was doing and had all the right equipment to do it.

Theodore

16 years of experience
1617 reviews
Theodore
16 years of experience
BMW 535i GT xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Spark Plugs - Renton, Washington
He knows everything

Theodore

16 years of experience
1617 reviews
Theodore
16 years of experience
BMW 535i GT xDrive L6-3.0L Turbo - Battery - Renton, Washington
Theodore’s expert in cars

Patrick

33 years of experience
1426 reviews
Patrick
33 years of experience
BMW 328i L6-3.0L - Emergency / Parking Brake Shoe - Austin, Texas
3rd time using Patrick and will continue using him when available.

Excellent Rating

(1)

Rating Summary
1
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
Number of BMW Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement services completed
11+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT BMW MECHANICS
1100+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

What Is the Difference Between the Upper and Lower Radiator Hose?
Your Your radiator is an essential part of your automobile. It does more than just hold the bulk of the car’s coolant, though. It’s actually responsible for removing excess heat from the coolant before it is sent back to the...
How to Find Out if a Car Has a Lien on It
Buying a used car (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/how-to-buy-a-used-car) can be a tricky proposition. It requires a diligent search, test drives, and plenty of legwork to find the right car. One step that should never be overlooked is the search for any liens on...
P2627 OBD-II Trouble Code: O2 Sensor Pumping Current Trim Circuit Low Bank 1 Sensor 1
P2627 means there is a problem with the oxygen sensor for bank 1 due to malfunctioning sensor, faulty wiring, blown fuse, or leaking exhaust.

How do I use the console box in a 2012 Toyota RAV4?

Your car’s console box (or center console if you prefer) is designed to provide you with additional storage space. It also acts as an armrest for the driver and front passenger. There are actually two storage areas here – this...

Chirping sound that increases as I drive faster.

It sounds like you may have an idler pulley or the belt is making a squeaking noise (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/car-idle-is-rough-inspection). I would have a technician such as one from YourMechanic come and listen to the noise to better determine the cause of...

Idle and starting issues

You would need to have the system scanned when there is a no start to see if you are getting a crankshaft (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor) and camshaft sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-camshaft-position-sensor) signals. The camshaft sensor may be hitting the camshaft when it is hot...

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