Wow! Almost metal on metal, but not quite
I'm going to use the pic as an example if that's ok. Having pads this worn could lead to caliper and caliper piston problems. Just make sure when you press your piston back in the piston boot is in good shape and collapses evenly without pinching it. Looks like the pad had an 'even' surface of wear though, so that's good. Just means the caliper pins and sliders are working and be sure to clean them up real good and put a little anti-seize on the pins again when you put it all together.

Of course you likely knew that, not trying to insult your intelligence!
As for pad life, it all comes down to driving habits and you should be checking your pad thickness every oil change or when you rotate your tires if you have a different schedule. Always be sure to check the inside pad carefully as it wears faster then the outside one.

Nice writeup about the parking brake issue though, even though I have an automatic and use my e-brake very few times. I'll be paying attention to how it reacts over the course of my warranty period.

 

Just thought I would post a link WOL's parking brake adjustment write-up. Good thread.

 

OK.....

 

my new handbrake handle and 2 new cables arrive today. i wont even be installing them, my brake works fine. if it ever breaks, ill be in good shape.

 

JK Freak
Very good write up. One with little mechanical know how could follow your guide through this emergency brake adjustment.

 

 

That cant possibly be the right handle for a jeep, mine is covered with rust.

 

I have to pull the lever almost at least 75 degrees anything less the jeep will start to roll.

 

PS. I no longer have my Jeep. The cables are for sale. Not sure about shipping the handle yet, its heavy and ill prob lose a lot of money on shipping. But the cables ill ship for sure. USA only is my rule.