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Old Mar 22, 2009 | 09:24 PM
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Hey guys, how hard is it to replace the emergency parking brake shoes on a C6??? Also is there a DIY guide out there...
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I think you can just tighten the cable up. You dont need to replace the shoe's. I think there is a diy guide in C5 tech. Its the same procedure or very close to it.
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Why would you want to replace the shoes? They don't wear out unless you use them to slow down.
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