When to replace the Brake Shoes on your CITROËN XSARA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Shoe Set : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.8 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 HDi, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 Chrono, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 2.0 16V, CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) 1.6 16V LPG View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Shoes for XSARA PICASSO (N68) and other CITROËN models
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Brake Shoe Set
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Brake Shoe
Tools
Replacement: brake shoes – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 12
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Brake spring compressor tool
Flat screwdriver
Phillips Screwdriver
Impact screwdriver
Long nose pliers
Vice
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake shoes – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • Replace brake shoes as a set on an axle. This will ensure efficient braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for brake shoes on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake shoes – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). Tip:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the brake drum fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake drum fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fasteners of the centre console and remove it. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  8. Step 10
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    Loosen the parking brake cable adjustment nut. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake drum. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the fasteners of the brake shoes. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake shoes – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the lower return spring of the brake shoes. Use a flat screwdriver.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the side retaining spring. Use long nose pliers.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the adjuster lever.
  14. Step 16
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    Loosen the brake shoe adjuster. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the upper return spring of the brake shoes. Use a flat screwdriver.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove the retainers of the drum brake shoes. Use a brake spring compressor tool.
  17. Step 19
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    Remove the right brake shoe.
  18. Step 20
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    Remove the brake shoe adjuster.
  19. Step 21
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    Remove the parking brake retaining spring of the left brake shoe. Use a flat screwdriver.
  20. Step 22
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    Disconnect the parking brake cable.
  21. Step 23
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    Remove the left brake shoe.
  22. Step 24
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    Clean the mounting seats of the brake shoes. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake shoes – CITROËN XSARA PICASSO (N68). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  23. Step 25
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    Remove the adjuster bushing from the old right-hand shoe and install it on the new one. Use a vice.
  24. Step 26
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    Connect the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever.
  25. Step 27
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    Install a new left brake shoe.
  26. Step 28
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    Install the retainers of the drum brake shoes. Use a brake shoe retaining spring compressor.
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