Raybestos 976PG Parking Brake Shoe - Rear

Reliable Parking Brake Shoe for Subaru Legacy and Outback

The Raybestos Element3; Organic Parking Brake Shoe 976PG is designed specifically for Subaru Legacy and Outback models. Engineered with organic friction material, this part ensures consistent performance and durability for your vehicle's parking brake system.

• Organic friction material for smooth braking
• Friction lining length: 6.500 inches
• Friction lining width: 1.177 inches
• Shoe assembly radius: 3.750 inches
• Steel width: 1.238 inches with a steel radius of 3.640 inches
• Heel and toe location both at 1.750 inches
• Web thickness of 0.230 inches for structural integrity

Detailed Specifications and Design Features

This parking brake shoe features an organic friction material that provides reliable stopping power while minimizing noise and wear. The friction lining measures 6.500 inches in length and 1.177 inches in width, optimized for the braking demands of Subaru Legacy and Outback vehicles. The shoe assembly radius of 3.750 inches and steel radius of 3.640 inches ensure a precise fit within the brake drum. Heel and toe locations are both set at 1.750 inches, contributing to balanced contact and effective braking force. The steel width of 1.238 inches combined with a web thickness of 0.230 inches offers durability and resistance to deformation under braking stress.

About the Raybestos Element3; Organic Product Line

The Element3; Organic line by Raybestos focuses on organic friction materials that provide a balance of performance and quiet operation. This product line is engineered to meet the specific requirements of various vehicle models, including Subaru Legacy and Outback, delivering consistent braking performance with reduced brake dust and noise.

Applications and Problem Solving

• Replacement for worn or damaged parking brake shoes on Subaru Legacy and Outback
• Addresses issues with reduced parking brake holding power
• Helps eliminate brake noise caused by degraded friction material
• Restores proper brake shoe fit and contact within the drum
• Improves overall parking brake system reliability and safety

Installation Notes and Tips

Ensure the brake drum and related components are clean and free of debris before installation. Verify the shoe assembly radius and friction lining dimensions match the vehicle specifications. Properly adjust the parking brake cable tension after installation to achieve optimal brake holding force. It is recommended to replace parking brake shoes in pairs to maintain balanced braking performance.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Raybestos parking brake shoes are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. The Element3; Organic 976PG part number undergoes rigorous quality control to ensure durability and consistent performance. Warranty coverage details should be confirmed with the product documentation or supplier.