Rear Drum Brake Service Steps
NOTES, WARNINGS, AND HINTSPARTS REMINDER LIST
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
Tools and Equipment
PROCEDURES
1. Check for applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSB).
2. Perform Initial Test Drive and Diagnosis By Symptom.
Testing and Inspection
3. Begin repairs, lift and support rear of vehicle, remove rear wheels and release the parking-brake.
4. Remove and Inspect drums, resurface or replace if necessary.
- Remove. Service and Repair
- Inspect. Testing and Inspection
5. Clean and Inspect rear brake assembly.
Testing and Inspection
6. Remove brake-shoes.
Service and Repair
7. Replace backing-plate if necessary.
Service and Repair
8. Rebuild or replace wheel-cylinder if necessary.
Service and Repair
9. Install brake-shoes.
Service and Repair
10. Install drum and Adjust brakes.
Adjustments
11. Bleed brakes.
Service and Repair
12. Adjust parking-brake.
Adjustments
13. Install tire and wheel assembly.
14. Perform After Repairs Test Drive.
Testing and Inspection
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY CONCERNS
Environmental Impact Information