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How to change rear brake shoes on PEUGEOT 405 II Saloon (4B) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Shoe Set : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.8, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 TD, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.4, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.4, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 TD, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 (4BD5A2) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.8, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 TD, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.4, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.4, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 TD, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 D, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.6, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9, PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) 1.9 (4BD5A2) … 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 405 II (4B) and other PEUGEOT models
Alternative products

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 – PEUGEOT 405 II (4B). 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 – PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. - Step 3Raise the car.Replacement: brake shoes – PEUGEOT 405 II (4B). 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
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. PEUGEOT 405 II (4B) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Clean the brake drum fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 7
Unscrew the brake drum fasteners. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver. - Step 8
Remove the fastening bolts. - Step 9
Unscrew the fasteners of the centre console and remove it. Use a Phillips screwdriver. - Step 10
Loosen the parking brake cable adjustment nut. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
Remove the brake drum. Use a crowbar. - Step 12
Clean the fasteners of the brake shoes. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake shoes – PEUGEOT 405 II (4B). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 13
Remove the lower return spring of the brake shoes. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 14
Remove the side retaining spring. Use long nose pliers. - Step 15
Remove the adjuster lever. - Step 16
Loosen the brake shoe adjuster. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 17
Remove the upper return spring of the brake shoes. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 18
Remove the retainers of the drum brake shoes. Use a brake spring compressor tool. - Step 19
Remove the right brake shoe. - Step 20
Remove the brake shoe adjuster. - Step 21
Remove the parking brake retaining spring of the left brake shoe. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 22
Disconnect the parking brake cable. - Step 23
Remove the left brake shoe. - Step 24
Clean the mounting seats of the brake shoes. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.Replacement: brake shoes – PEUGEOT 405 II (4B). Tip from AUTODOC experts:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 25
Remove the adjuster bushing from the old right-hand shoe and install it on the new one. Use a vice. - Step 26
Connect the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever. - Step 27
Install a new left brake shoe. - Step 28
Install the retainers of the drum brake shoes. Use a brake shoe retaining spring compressor.
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