Ensure your vehicle remains safely anchored with this premium Rear Parking Brake Shoe Set. Specifically engineered for the "drum-in-hat" rear braking systems found on modern Lexus and Toyota platforms, these shoes provide the critical friction required to hold your vehicle on steep inclines. Over time, internal parking brake shoes can become glazed, contaminated by moisture, or de-laminated from their steel backing—replacing them restores the firm engagement and reliability of your emergency brake system.
Each shoe is manufactured with a high-quality organic friction compound designed to provide a quiet, vibration-free "bite" against the internal drum surface of your rear rotor. These shoes are radius-ground at the factory to ensure immediate contact and maximum surface area engagement upon the first pull of the handbrake or press of the foot pedal.
This set is designed for the Rear Axle Parking Brake System on the following models. Please pay close attention to the manufacturing origin where noted:
Lexus ES300h: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.
Lexus ES350: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.
Note for 2016 Models: Validated for North American production; Excludes Japan Built Models.
Toyota Avalon: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018.
Toyota Camry: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017.
Location: Rear Axle (Internal Drum System).
Friction Material: Low-Dust Organic Compound.
Design: Radius-Ground for immediate drum contact.
Backing Plate: Corrosion-resistant coated steel.
Fitment Type: Vehicle Specific / Direct Replacement.
Brake System Type: Drum-In-Hat (Located inside the rear rotor).
(1) Complete Set of 4 Rear Parking Brake Shoes (Services both Driver and Passenger sides)
Toyota / Lexus: 46540-33020, 4654033020
Raybestos Brakes: 1024PG
Wagner Brake: Z1024
Bendix: 1024
Centric: 111.10240
Internal Drum Inspection: Since these shoes operate inside the "hat" portion of your rear rotor, you must remove the rear caliper and rotor for access. Inspect the internal drum surface for heavy rust scaling or deep grooves. If the surface is heavily pitted, the new shoes will not hold effectively and may cause noise.
Hardware Refresh: Parking brake hardware (return springs, hold-down pins, and clips) is exposed to significant heat and moisture. It is highly recommended to use a new hardware kit to ensure the shoes retract fully and do not drag against the rotor while the vehicle is in motion.
The Star Adjuster: After installation, use a flathead screwdriver or brake spoon through the rotor access hole to expand the star adjuster until the shoes just touch the drum, then back off 2–3 notches. This ensures the parking brake pedal or lever has the correct travel.
Cable Lubrication: If your parking brake feels "sticky" or fails to release, check the rear cables for fraying or corrosion. A seized cable will prevent new shoes from engaging or releasing properly, leading to premature wear.