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Garage in Brentwood, 5 years of experience
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MOULOUD • 2nd July 2025
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Garage in Leicester, 30 years of experience
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Frequently asked questions about Suzuki brake shoe replacement & repairs
Read our answers to questions about brake shoe replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a brake shoe replacement on my Suzuki involve?
- Mechanic will inspect the brakes and establish if there is any issues with one or several of the brake shoes.
- Mechanic will establish if the brake shoe's thickness is within the required tolerances.
- If necessary, the mechanic will replace the brake shoes.
- The mechanic will advise if other parts of the brake system need replacing too.
- Mechanic will test drive the car and inspect the brake system to ensure it is in perfect working order.
- Mechanic will make adjustments if necessary.
What are the symptoms of worn Suzuki brake shoes?
- When the hand brake does not work properly.
- If you hear a squealing or scraping from a rear wheel during braking.
- When the car pulls to the right or left under braking.
- When the car becomes unstable under braking.
How long will a brake shoe replacement take on my Suzuki?
A brake shoes replacement typically takes 1 hour, but can take less or more time. Ultimately, the time that the job will take depends on a range of factors. For example, your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How often should I replace Suzuki brake shoes?
Over time, the brake shoes can wear out due to the friction that it has to endure each time you brake. Brake shoes can wear to such an extent that the rivets holding the friction plate to the rest of the shoe can get exposed. Each time you brake in this scenario the rivets can potentially score the contact surface inside the drum. This damages the brake drum as well, which would need to be replaced too to ensure effective braking.
How common is a brake shoe replacement on my Suzuki?
Brake shoes replacement is not as common as brake pads as less braking force is applied to them in comparison to the front brakes. However, as the brake shoes are made of relatively soft material, it’s inevitable that, in time, they will wear away. Just like your tyres, the harder you drive and the more you use your brakes, the more often you will need to have the brake shoes changed.
How can I extend the lifetime of my Suzuki brake shoes?
The way you drive can have a significant effect on how long you can drive between two brake shoe replacements. Using common sense, driving carefully, and anticipating the hazards on the road ahead are the best ways of doing this.
The earlier you can brake when you need to slow down or stop, the less pressure you will need to apply on your foot brake, and so the less pressure you put on your brake shoes, and the more slowly they will wear.
Frequent, hard or emergency braking will always take a greater toll on the compound of your brake pads and lead to the risk that you will need to replace the brake shoes more often.
How long do drum brake shoes last on my Suzuki?
The way you drive can have a significant effect on how long you can drive between two brake shoe replacements. Using common sense, driving carefully, and anticipating the hazards on the road ahead are the best ways of doing this.
The earlier you can brake when you need to slow down or stop, the less pressure you will need to apply on your foot brake, and so the less pressure you put on your brake shoes, and the more slowly they will wear.
Frequent, hard or emergency braking will always take a greater toll on the compound of your brake pads and lead to the risk that you will need to replace the brake shoes more often.
How do I know if my rear Suzuki brake shoes need replacing?
Typical symptoms that require the brake shoes to be replaced:
- When the hand brake does not work properly
- If you hear a squealing or scraping from a rear wheel during braking
- When the car pulls to the right or left under braking
- When the car becomes unstable under braking
How do you change rear Suzuki brake shoes?
There is a number of steps involved in replacing the brake shoes, there are variations between manufacturers, the basics are pretty similar. Hence, changing brake shoes is a routine repair for all mechanics and can be done both kerbside as well as in the workshop, providing it is safe to do so.
Can local garages offer home collection and delivery for Suzuki brake shoe replacement?
Yes, many local garages are able to offer collection and delivery for a brake shoe replacement on your Suzuki. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a brake shoe replacement on your Suzuki.
Can mobile mechanics do Suzuki brake shoe replacement at my home or office?
Yes, mobile mechanics can do a brake shoe replacement at your home or office on your Suzuki, provided there is a safe and sufficient space to conduct the repair or replacement. With ClickMechanic, once booked for a date and time of your choice, your booking will be offered to vetted mobile mechanics in your area.
How much does a Suzuki brake shoe replacement cost?
The cost for a Suzuki brake shoe replacement depends on the model of your Suzuki. See the averages for different models below. We use industry standard data & millions of data points so you know what you should be paying.
These estimates may include Rear brake shoes.
Name | Average Cost | |
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Suzuki Alto | £111 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Carry | £98 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Celerio | £110 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Grand Vitara | £115 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Ignis | £114 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Jimny | £105 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Liana | £89 | Get exact price |
Suzuki SJ413 | £79 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Splash | £129 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Swift | £110 | Get exact price |
Suzuki SX4 | £103 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Vitara | £89 | Get exact price |
Suzuki Wagon R | £106 | Get exact price |
Average costs for 6 models not shown due to insufficient data. Show ∨
- Suzuki Super Carry
- Suzuki S-Cross
- Suzuki Samurai
- Suzuki Baleno
- Suzuki 800
- Suzuki Kizashi
Estimates on average repair costs, such as the above results for a brake shoe replacement, are based on ClickMechanic's quote data which combines multiple third-party sources. Actual costs may vary. We provide estimates on average repair costs for information only and accept no liability for any inaccuracies or errors. If you think an estimate is incorrect, please contact us to let us know.
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