Brake Adjuster: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
- Tools Required
- J 38400 Brake Shoe Spanner and Spring Remover
- J21177-A Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gage

CAUTION: Keep fingers away from rear brake shoe springs to prevent fingers from being pinched between spring and shoe web or spring and backing plate.

NOTICE:
- Do not pry against the splash shield or backing plate in attempt to free the drum. This will bend the splash shield or backing plate. A bent backing plate may cause brake chatter and/or pulsation.
- Do not over stretch the Adjuster spring. Damage can occur if the spring is over stretched.





1. Remove the shoes and the linings.
2. Remove the adjuster screw.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the adjuster screw.
2. Install the shoes and the linings.