Parts for your 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander-Brake shoes

2016 Mitsubishi Outlander brake shoes — what they do and how to look after them

Yes, brake shoes are used on the 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. According to the Mitsubishi Motors Service/Workshop Manual for the 2016 Outlander (Group 36: Brakes) and the genuine Mitsubishi parts catalogue, this model runs disc brakes for service braking at the front and rear, and a separate drum-in-hat parking brake inside each rear rotor. Those small internal drums use brake shoes to hold the vehicle when parked. Major aftermarket catalogues that list “parking brake shoes” for the 2016 Outlander back this up as well.

So, while the Outlander’s stopping power on the road comes from pads and discs, the parking brake relies on a pair of mechanical brake shoes that expand inside the rotor hat to lock the rear wheels when the lever is pulled. Because they’re only used for holding, the shoes typically wear much more slowly than disc pads, but they can glaze, corrode, or go out of adjustment over time.

Good servicing keeps them reliable, especially if the vehicle is parked on hills or tows occasionally. A technician will usually inspect the parking brake shoes any time the rear rotors are off, or during scheduled brake checks. They’ll look for lining thickness within spec set by the workshop manual, even contact, and any contamination from hub grease or brake fluid. If the linings are oil-soaked, cracked, or the edges are crumbling, replacement is the go.

• When to replace: lining below spec, glazing that won’t deglaze, cracks, or contamination. Replace in axle pairs.
• Best practice at replacement: clean the rotor hat/drum with brake cleaner, fit a new spring/hardware kit, free up and lightly lube the star-wheel adjuster with high-temp brake grease, and check the parking brake cables and equaliser for smooth travel.
• Adjustment and bedding: set the shoes so there’s a light, even drag, then set the lever travel to spec. After fitting, bed them in with a few gentle, low-speed applications on a quiet road, then recheck adjustment.

Common signs they need attention include a long or high handbrake lever travel, weak holding on hills, scraping from the rear when the handbrake is used, or rear wheel drag and heat after a drive. Sorted properly, the Outlander’s parking brake shoes should give years of dependable holding power.

Does a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander have brake shoes?

It does. The vehicle uses rear disc brakes for normal braking, plus drum-in-hat parking brake shoes inside the rear rotors. The shoes are dedicated to holding the car when parked and are separate from the disc pads.

How long do the parking brake shoes last, and when should they be replaced?

They often last a very long time because they’re not used for regular stopping. Inspect them during rear brake services or every year or two. Replace if the lining is below the workshop manual spec, cracked, glazed, contaminated, or if the parking brake won’t hold well even after correct adjustment.

Can the parking brake shoes be adjusted on a 2016 Outlander?

Yes. They’re adjusted via a star-wheel mechanism (with the rotor off or through an access hole, depending on setup). After setting the shoes, the lever/cable travel is set to spec so the brake holds firmly without causing drag. If unsure, it’s a quick job for a qualified mechanic.