Gerald F Posted September 11 Share Posted September 11 (edited) I seem to need a new fitting kit, and perhaps shoes, for my WK2 Grand Cherokee. The foot-operated parking brakes work, but they catch, or one does, at least, and things get rather hot after a few miles. There's also a horrid squeaking sound when I start off, though it goes after a few yards. Parking without using the foot brake seems to make no difference, and anyway, you can't nip out with chocks every time you stop on a slope. Apparently a Mercedes kit (identical in appearance) is less than £100, a Fiat one well North of £200. Does anyone actually know if they are the same, or merely similar? And, who is a reliable supplier? I need the parts fairly soon, as we have a planned trip to Spain at the end of the month, and I'm wary of a long wait if FCA/Stellantis don't have them in the UK. Thanks in advance for any helpful info! Gerald Edited September 11 by Gerald F typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIP Member JimC Posted September 11 VIP Member Share Posted September 11 Does the gearbox park setting not keep your WK2 in place when parked? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIP Member digger Posted September 12 VIP Member Share Posted September 12 Hi Gerald, they probably are the same. I am assuming that the park brake is a small drum inside the disc as it was in my 2010 WK. I may be wrong! Many parts on my WK were the same as Mercs. I'm fairly sure the brake parts may be the same as a late KJ/KK too, but you need to check, sizes may be different. How about 'Rock Auto'? Also you can probably buy after market parts from usual suppliers. As long as you stick to major brands like Brembo you should be fine. Otherwise you may be able to get them from trade suppliers like GSF or APD who will serve you as long as you pay on the spot and their parts will be reasonable quality. The brakes probably need cleaning , adjusting , and lubricating correctly and possibly new shoes (even discs). All drums are prone to filling up with mud etc and need regular cleaning if used off road. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman Iain Posted September 12 Share Posted September 12 https://www.euspares.co.uk/parts-catalog/handbrake-74818/jeep/grand-cherokee/grand-cherokee-iv-wk-wk2/106092-3-0-crd-v6-4x4# A lot of brake spares available from stock here for my year WK2 If the parking brake is sticking, might it not just need cleaning, adjusting and lubricating? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald F Posted September 13 Author Share Posted September 13 Just needed the springs, prior to disassembly, in case they are broken/weakened. Probably the shoes won't be replaced, since hopefully they haven't been worn too much; after all, they normally are only applied when stationary. I've already checked the cable, which is accessible and seems to move fairly easily. To be honest, I'm not intending to do the work myself, as advancing age and a flare up of arthritis mean I shan't be crawling underneath a vehicle at axle stand height, and I can't undo the calliper mounting bolts due to lack of strength. Sad, but old age is better than the alternative! I'm paying a young garage mechanic instead, but he wants me to get the parts for the job. Neither EU Spares/Autodoc, nor EBC Brakes, had the springs available, and Mopar said they can only be ordered through a dealer, so Arnold Clark in Perth have arranged to post them up to Shetland. Anyway, thanks for the advice; it's always helpful to hear from others. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald F Posted September 13 Author Share Posted September 13 On 11/09/2023 at 18:31, JimC said: Does the gearbox park setting not keep your WK2 in place when parked? Someone once showed me the size of the pin which locks the gearbox in 'Park'; they recommended that I not trust it to hold back a 2 ton vehicle on a slope, and I was inclined to agree! Also, on a ferry (I've already made 9 long trips this year), it rocks back and forth when only held in park, and occasionally the motion can be quite violent. If I expect it to be bad, I lower the suspension and engage low ratio to lock the centre differential, too. Belt and braces! Gerald 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V Posted September 13 Share Posted September 13 Feeble parking pawls were a thing of yesteryear's 3-speed and some 4-speed autos. The parking pawl on an 8-speed ZF or Chrysler 845RE is substantial. Most modern design automatic transmissions use a lever finger instead of a pin now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald F Posted September 13 Author Share Posted September 13 5 hours ago, V said: Feeble parking pawls were a thing of yesteryear's 3-speed and some 4-speed autos. The parking pawl on an 8-speed ZF or Chrysler 845RE is substantial. Most modern design automatic transmissions use a lever finger instead of a pin now. That certainly looks more substantial than the old BW four speed box I once dismantled! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerald F Posted Monday at 10:46 Author Share Posted Monday at 10:46 Finally got the brake parts, and all has been installed. Thanks for the advice! Gerald 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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