Parts for your 2018 Mitsubishi Asx-Brake shoes

2018 Mitsubishi ASX brake shoes — what they do and when to replace them

Based on Mitsubishi Motors service information for the GA-series ASX (2017–2019), together with local parts catalogues from well-known suppliers and workshop data services used in Australia and New Zealand, the 2018 Mitsubishi ASX is fitted with rear drum brakes on most local variants. That means it uses brake shoes at the back. Some overseas trims may list rear discs, but the mainstream AU/NZ 2018 ASX models retained drum rears, so brake shoes are absolutely relevant to servicing this vehicle.

On a 2018 Mitsubishi ASX, the brake shoes sit inside the rear brake drums. When the driver hits the brakes, hydraulic pressure pushes the shoes outwards against the inner surface of the drum, creating friction to slow the car. They also work with the handbrake, so if the shoes are worn or badly adjusted, the park brake can feel weak or pull up too high on the lever.

As part of routine servicing, the shoes should be inspected regularly (every 12 months or 15,000 km is a good rule of thumb, or in line with Mitsubishi’s schedule). A technician will remove the drums, check the lining thickness, look for glazing or cracking, and make sure the self-adjusters and return springs are free and working. If the lining is approaching 2 mm or there’s uneven wear, contamination, or heat spots, replacement is recommended. It’s best practice to replace rear shoes as an axle set and to inspect the drums for wear or scoring