Backing Plate: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the brake drum.
3. Remove the inlet tube.





4. Remove the bolts (8) from the wheel cylinder.
5. Remove the parking brake cable from the backing plate.
6. Remove the hub and bearing assembly bolts.
Replacement in Rear Suspension.





7. Remove the backing plate (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





1. Install the bolts (8) to the wheel cylinder.
^ Tighten the wheel cylinder bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





2. Install the backing plate (1) to the axle assembly.
3. Install the hub and bearing assembly with bolts.
4. Install the parking brake cable to the backing plate.
5. Install the inlet tube.
^ Tighten the tube nut to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

6. Install the brake components.

Caution: When servicing brake parts, do not create dust by grinding or sanding brake linings, by cleaning brake parts with a dry brush or with compressed air. Many earlier models or aftermarket brake parts may contain asbestos fibers which can become airborne if dust is created during servicing. Breathing dust containing asbestos fibers may cause serious bodily harm. A water dampened cloth or water based solution should be used to remove any dust on brake parts. Equipment is commercially available to perform this washing function. These wet methods will prevent fibers from becoming airborne.

7. Bleed the brake system.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Adjust the rear brake assembly.
10. Adjust the parking brake.