Conventional Brake Components

Rear Drum Brake Inspection

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CAUTION

Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.

  • Avoid breathing dust particles
  • Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an appropriate vacuum cleaner.

NOTE:

  1. Raise the rear of the vehicle and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the rear wheels.
  2. Release the parking brake and remove the rear brake drum (see page 18-24).

4-door
  1. TENSION PIN
  2. WHEEL CYLINDER

    Inspect for leakage.

  3. CLEVIS B
  4. U-CLIP

    Replace.

  5. WAVE WASHER
  6. PARKING BRAKE LEVER

    Marked left and right.

  7. UPPER RETURN SPRING

    Check for weakness and damage.

  8. PIVOT PIN
  9. RETAINER SPRING

    Check for weakness and damage.

  10. BRAKE DRUM

    Check for wear and damage.

  11. LOWER RETURN SPRING

    Check for weakness and damage.

  12. SELF-ADJUSTER SPRING

    Check for weakness and damage.

  13. SELF-ADJUSTER LEVER
  14. BRAKE SHOE

    If brake shoes are to be reused, mark and reassemble in the same position.

  15. ADJUSTER BOLT

    Check ratchet teeth for wear and damage.

  16. CLEVIS A