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Backing Plate: Service and Repair






Drum Brake Backing Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the wheel cylinder. Refer to Wheel Cylinder Replacement.
2. Remove the bolt and the park brake cable from the backing plate.
3. Remove the rear wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (FWD) or Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (AWD) in Rear Suspension.
4. Remove the backing plate (5).

Installation Procedure
1. Install the backing plate (5) with the rear wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Wheel Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (FWD) or Wheel-Bearing/Hub Replacement - Rear (AWD) in Rear Suspension.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install the park brake cable and the bolt to the backing plate.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 7.8 N.m (69.04 lb in).
. Install the wheel cylinder. Refer to Wheel Cylinder Replacement. Wheel Cylinder
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