How should older brake pads or shoes containing asbestos be handled and maintained on Cadillac Fleetwood?

Earlier brake pads or shoes may have used asbestos, a substance that has been classified as causing cancer; therefore, it is recommended not to blow clean the brake surface(s) with compressed air and not to inhale any dust on such surfaces at all; one should use brake cleaning fluid that is commercially available. Brake shoes must be checked every 6000 miles or when the wheels are off and, if the lining thickness is worn down to the backing plate or rivet by 1/32 inch (0.76mm) the shoes must be replaced in axle sets. For removal and installation, firstly, support the vehicle and then Assemble the wheel and tire, Assemble the brake drum. Disconnect the shock absorbers, springs and the other parts, lessen the parking brake cable and see whether there are signs of wear or damage on the wheel cylinder. Ensure that the adjuster screw and the springs are properly placed when reconnecting the components after cleaning and lubricating where necessary. Slight adjust the brake so that the diameter is correct, then install the brake drum and the wheel, check parking brake adjustment. If there are modifications, make sure that the parking brake levers are placed properly and that the inside diameter of the brake drum is measured and the diameter of the brake shoe is adjusted before the assembling and testing of the mechanism.

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Cadillac Fleetwood Shoe Kit,Rear Brake
Part Number: 19150002
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- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 18026295, 18014760
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood | BROUGHAM, BROUGHAM 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Cadillac Fleetwood Shoe,Front Brake
Part Number: 18029594
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- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 18038875
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1982-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2 DOOR, 4 DOOR, BROUGHAM 2 DOOR, BROUGHAM 2 DOOR RWD, BROUGHAM 4 DOOR, BROUGHAM 4 DOOR RWD, FORMAL LIMOUSINE, LIMOUSINE | 6 Cyl 4.1L, 8 Cyl 4.1L, 8 Cyl 5.0L, 8 Cyl 5.7L Diesel, 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Cadillac Fleetwood Shoe Kit,Rear Brake
Part Number: 19152686
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe, Rear Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 18048650, 18023301, 18019989, 18048649
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2 DOOR, 4 DOOR, 60 SPECIAL 4 DOOR, CONVERSION, TOURING 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Cadillac Fleetwood Shoe Kit,Rear Brake
Part Number: 18017239
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2 DOOR, 4 DOOR, 60 SPECIAL 4 DOOR, CONVERSION, TOURING 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 4.9L, 8 Cyl 5.7L
- 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood | BROUGHAM 4 DOOR RWD | 8 Cyl 4.1L, 8 Cyl 5.0L
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Cadillac Fleetwood Shoe Kit,Rear Brake
Part Number: 18020171
Product Specifications
- Other Name: SHOE KIT, Brake; Brake Shoe
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1996 Cadillac Fleetwood | BROUGHAM, BROUGHAM 4 DOOR | 8 Cyl 5.7L

Cadillac Fleetwood Brake Shoe

Being the Brake Shoe of Cadillac Fleetwood a part of the drum brake system, these shoes are responsible for creating the required friction in order to stop the car. When brakes are pulled the shoes rub on the drum or the inner circumference to slow down the moving components. Cadillac Fleetwood models have incorporated a number of specifications of Brake Shoe such as the non-servo and the duo-servo. This means that the duo-servo configuration gives boost to the stopping power than the non-servo type of the rotating drum. Today drums are not used quite often, however, they can still be found due to their efficiency and good performance as parking brakes. Since the Brake Shoe can wear out over time and get contaminated which may result to change in performance, it should be inspected regularly. In sum, the Brake Shoe are critical parts of the Cadillac Fleetwood as they contribute to the smooth, safe, and reliable functioning of the vehicle.

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Cadillac Fleetwood Brake Shoe Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Shoe Kit,Rear Brake
19150002
Q: How should older brake pads or shoes containing asbestos be handled and maintained on Cadillac Fleetwood?
A: Earlier Brake Pads or shoes may have used asbestos, a substance that has been classified as causing cancer; therefore, it is recommended not to blow clean the brake surface(s) with compressed air and not to inhale any dust on such surfaces at all; one should use brake cleaning fluid that is commercially available. Brake shoes must be checked every 6000 miles or when the wheels are off and, if the lining thickness is worn down to the backing plate or rivet by 1/32 inch (0.76mm) the shoes must be replaced in axle sets. For removal and installation, firstly, support the vehicle and then Assemble the wheel and tire, Assemble the Brake Drum. Disconnect the shock absorbers, springs and the other parts, lessen the Parking Brake Cable and see whether there are signs of wear or damage on the Wheel Cylinder. Ensure that the adjuster screw and the springs are properly placed when reconnecting the components after cleaning and lubricating where necessary. Slight adjust the brake so that the diameter is correct, then install the brake drum and the wheel, check parking brake adjustment. If there are modifications, make sure that the parking brake levers are placed properly and that the inside diameter of the brake drum is measured and the diameter of the brake shoe is adjusted before the assembling and testing of the mechanism.