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Replacement



Brake Drum Replacement

Removal Procedure

Tools Required
^ J22364-01 Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gage
^ J42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Remove the rear tire and wheel.
2. Remove the rear brake drum retainer, if necessary.

3. Important: Before removing the brake drum, apply a small amount of penetrating oil around the wheel studs, axle shaft hub and brake drum.

Remove the rear brake drum.





4. If the brake drum cannot be removed, perform the following.
1. Remove the rubber plug from the backing plate.
2. Insert a screwdriver (2), until contact has been made with the adjuster lever (4).
3. Slightly push the adjuster lever (4) away from the adjuster (1).
4. Using a second screwdriver (3,) rotate the adjuster (1) in a upward motion until the adjuster is seated.
5. Remove the brake drum.





5. Using the J42450-A, clean the mating surface between the rear axle flange and brake drum.

Installation Procedure





1. Using the J22364-01, measure the brake drum.





2. Using the J22364-01, adjust the rear brake shoes.





3. Install the rear brake drum.
4. Install the rear tire and wheel.