Parts for your 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander-Brake shoes

2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Brake Shoes — What They Do and When to Replace

Technical literature confirms brake shoes are used on the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander. The Mitsubishi Motors Outlander (2015–2018) Service Manual (Brakes/Parking Brake section), the Mitsubishi ASA parts catalogue for AU/NZ (ZK/ZL series), and major AU/NZ parts fitment guides list rear disc brakes with a drum-in-hat parking brake that uses two internal brake shoes per rear wheel. So, brake shoes are absolutely relevant on this model — they serve the parking brake only, while the main stopping is handled by front and rear disc pads.

On a 2017 Outlander, the brake shoes sit inside the “hat” of the rear disc rotor. When the handbrake is applied, the shoes expand against the inner drum surface to hold the vehicle steady. They’re mechanical, robust, and built for holding power rather than high-speed stopping. That means they generally wear slowly but can suffer from glazing, corrosion, dust build-up, or contamination from grease or moisture. If the handbrake needs a big yank to hold on a hill, or there’s scraping when moving off, it’s time for an inspection.

For servicing, it’s smart to have the parking brake shoes checked during routine brake inspections. Many workshops in Australia and New Zealand will look at them around major services or at rotor replacement. Replacement timing varies with use, but a visual check of shoe lining thickness and the drum surface is key. Replace the shoes and springs if the lining is near the service limit, contaminated, cracked, or worn unevenly. Always clean the drum surface and deglaze if required, and avoid getting any lubricant on the friction material.

• Common signs they need attention: excessive handbrake lever travel, poor holding on inclines, grinding/scraping from the rear, or a notchy feel when applying the handbrake.
• Best-practice replacement: renew the shoe hardware (springs/clips), adjust the star wheel for light, even drag, then set cable free-play at the lever. A short bed-in with gentle handbrake applications at low speed helps settle the linings.
• Good workshop habits: inspect the rotor hat for rust lips, check the wheel bearings and rear calipers while you’re in there, and torque wheel nuts correctly.

Look after the Outlander’s parking brake shoes and they’ll return the favour with consistent, reliable hill-holding — exactly what’s wanted on steep Kiwi streets or Aussie boat ramps.

Popular questions about 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander brake shoes

Do all AU/NZ 2017 Outlanders have brake shoes?
Yes — AU/NZ-spec 2017 Outlander models use rear disc brakes with an internal drum parking brake, which relies on brake shoes. The shoes are for the handbrake only, the service brakes are discs with pads.

How often should the brake shoes be replaced?
There’s no fixed kilometre interval because wear depends on use and conditions. Have them inspected during regular brake services. Many last well beyond 100,000 km, but they should be replaced sooner if they’re worn to the service limit, contaminated, or not holding properly.

Can the parking brake be adjusted without new shoes?
Often, yes. Proper adjustment involves setting the shoe-to-drum clearance at the star wheel, then fine-tuning cable free-play at the lever. If the shoes are thin or glazed, adjustment alone won’t restore holding power — replacement is the better fix.