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Brake Shoe Replacement (Rear) Service

How much does a Brake Shoe Replacement (Rear) cost?

On average, the cost for a Mercedes-Benz 420SEL Brake Shoe Replacement (Rear) is $210 with $70 for parts and $140 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SELV8-4.2LService typeBrake Shoe Replacement (Rear)Estimate$302.98Shop/Dealer Price$346.28 - $461.99
1991 Mercedes-Benz 420SELV8-4.2LService typeBrake Shoe Replacement (Rear)Estimate$293.97Shop/Dealer Price$334.17 - $447.57
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What are the Brake Shoes (Rear) all about?

Brake shoes are found only at the rear wheels in cars with a drum brake system. When you step on the brake pedal, brake shoes press against the brake drums to cause friction that slows down the car. Brake shoes usually last twice as long as brake pads.

Keep in mind:

  • Both brake shoes should be replaced at the same time.
  • Damaged brake drums and leaky wheel cylinders can sometimes cause damage to brake shoes, so those elements may need replacing as well.

How it's done:

  • Inspect brake shoes for contamination and thickness.
  • Replace brake shoes if faulty.
  • Adjust the brakes.
  • Inspect springs, backing plate, brake cylinders, brake drums, and emergency brake cable.
  • Lubricate the backing plate.
  • Perform basic safety inspection, including test drive.

Our recommendation:

It is a good idea to get the brake shoes inspected and measured once a year. To inspect brake shoes, the mechanic will usually have to take the tires off. If you are getting a brake service, and if the brake shoes are still good, just have them cleaned and adjusted. Get your brake system inspected if the brake warning light is on. If the shoes need replacing, we highly recommend ceramic brake shoes.

What common symptoms indicate you may need to replace the Brake Shoes (Rear)?

  • Noise from rear brakes.
  • Hand brake does not hold.
  • Car shakes upon braking.

How important is this service?

All services associated with proper function of your brakes are important. In addition to safety issues, ignoring small repairs can quickly lead to more serious (and more expensive) problems.

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Marco

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Marco
30 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 420SEL V8-4.2L - Speedometer is not working - Riverside, California
Marcos was thorough and complete, was glad to have him check out my problem

Christian

23 years of experience
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Christian
23 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 420SEL V8-4.2L - Ignition Cable (Spark plug wires) - Hayward, California
Sometime he runs a little late on his appointment but the good thing about it he gives me a call and let's me know that he's stuck in traffic are whatever other variables that might occur

Carlos

29 years of experience
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Carlos
29 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 420SEL V8-4.2L - Alternator Repair - Riverside, California
Carlos is chill dude; showed up early and helped me out in under an hour. He also gave me tips on how to become a mechanic. Honestly will book him again if anything happens.

Desmond

21 years of experience
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Desmond
21 years of experience
Mercedes-Benz 420SEL V8-4.2L - Valve Cover Gasket - Salinas, California
Top-notch! Timely, competent, and thorough with the 50-point inspection. I got much more out of the 50-point inspection than the initial service request---definitely above and beyond!

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