Chevrolet C1500 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

(216)

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

(216)

Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement Service

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

On average, the cost for a Chevrolet C1500 Emergency/Parking Brake Shoe Replacement is $176 with $81 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1998 Chevrolet C1500V8-5.7LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$434.11Shop/Dealer Price$520.14 - $751.23
1994 Chevrolet C1500V8-6.5L DieselService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$502.27Shop/Dealer Price$611.36 - $911.59
1988 Chevrolet C1500V8-6.2L DieselService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$290.53Shop/Dealer Price$349.43 - $503.60
1988 Chevrolet C1500V8-5.7LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$387.01Shop/Dealer Price$470.01 - $696.52
1998 Chevrolet C1500V6-4.3LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$280.67Shop/Dealer Price$334.38 - $468.42
1991 Chevrolet C1500V8-7.4LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$483.27Shop/Dealer Price$590.36 - $889.08
1992 Chevrolet C1500V8-5.7LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$396.11Shop/Dealer Price$480.02 - $709.52
1988 Chevrolet C1500V8-5.0LService typeEmergency/Parking Brake Shoe ReplacementEstimate$299.49Shop/Dealer Price$359.62 - $516.94
Show example Chevrolet C1500 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 Chevrolet mechanics

Real customer reviews from Chevrolet owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(216)

Rating Summary
197
10
3
1
5
197
10
3
1
5

Joe

43 years of experience
821 reviews
Joe
43 years of experience
Chevrolet C1500 V6-4.3L - Heater Blower Motor - Saint Petersburg, Florida
Fixed my A/C, fast and friendly!

Paul

25 years of experience
261 reviews
Paul
25 years of experience
Chevrolet C1500 V8-5.0L - Power Steering Pressure Hose - Las Vegas, Nevada
He was very good replacing my power steering hose,on time and very fast. I will use him again if I need repairs on my car and truck.

Jeremiah

22 years of experience
61 reviews
Jeremiah
22 years of experience
Chevrolet C1500 V8-5.0L - Car is not starting - Dallas, Texas
Thank you

Peter

25 years of experience
519 reviews
Peter
25 years of experience
Chevrolet C1500 V6-4.3L - Car is not starting - San Fernando, California
Peter was knowledgeable and helpful in making me understand the problem

Excellent Rating

(216)

Rating Summary
197
10
3
1
5
197
10
3
1
5
Number of Chevrolet C1500 services completed
2376+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Chevrolet MECHANICS
1600+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Axle CV Shaft Assembly
Common signs include loud clicking noises when turning, grease on the inside edge of the tires, and excessive vibration when driving.
How to Get Suzuki Dealership Certified
Suzuki car dealerships offer automotive technician jobs to mechanics who are Suzuki certified through a Suzuki authorized program such as UTI

How do I stop my car from overheating?

Once the car is completely cool, check the coolant level in the radiator. If low, that will cause overheating. If it is low, you might have a leak (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-is-leaking-inspection) that should be diagnosed. If the level of coolant is correct...

headlight/ tail light tinting laws in Utah

Have lived in St George for six years, I understand the frustration you're experiencing with the legality of your tint. The truth is that the State of Utah frequently changes automotive safety standards; in most cases, on an annual basis....

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