Drum Brake System: Service and Repair
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> PARKING BRAKE CABLE CONNECTION REMOVAL
Withdraw the parking brake cable from the backing plate.
NOTE: Insert a 10 mm-wrench into the parking brake cable to facilitate the cable withdrawal.
<> RETAINER REMOVAL
Use a flat-tipped screwdriver or a similar tool to open up the retainer joint. Then remove the retainer.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
>>A<< WAVE WASHER INSTALLATION
Install the wave washer in the direction shown in the illustration.
>>B<< RETAINER INSTALLATION
Use pliers or a similar tool to close the retainer end onto the pin.
INSPECTION
BRAKE LINING THICKNESS CHECK
Refer to Brake Shoe.
BRAKE DRUM INSIDE DIAMETER CHECK
Refer to Brake Drum.
BRAKE LINING AND BRAKE DRUM CONTACT CHECK
Refer to Brake Drum.