Wheel Cylinder Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Raise and support the vehicle.

NOTICE: Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. Shop cloths and clean containers should be used to prevent spillage of brake fluid.

2. Clean any dirt and foreign material from around the wheel cylinder (2) assembly inlet and pilot.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.





4. Remove the brake hose to wheel cylinder bolt (3). Plug the opening in the hose (2) in order to prevent fluid loss and contamination.





5. Remove the brake drum. Mark the relationship of the drum to the axle flange in order to ensure proper balance upon reassembly.
6. Remove the brake shoes.
7. Remove the wheel cylinder bolts (4).
8. Remove the wheel cylinder (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the wheel cylinder (2).

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the wheel cylinder bolts (4).
^ Tighten the wheel cylinder bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the brake shoes.
4. Adjust the rear brake assembly.
5. Install the brake drum, aligning it to the marks made during removal.





6. Install the brake hose (2).
^ Tighten the brake hose bolt (3) to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Bleed the brake system.
9. Lower the vehicle.