Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using the Brake Shoe Spanner and Spring Remover, spread the top of the brake shoes apart and install the adjuster assembly to the brake shoes.
- Install the adjuster actuator lever to the pivot and the adjuster assembly. Ensure that the lever is properly engaged between the adjuster assembly and the brake shoe.
- Install the adjuster spring. Ensure that the loop end of the spring fully engages the tab on the actuator lever.
- Adjust the drum brakes. See DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT in DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
- Install the brake drum. See BRAKE DRUM .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Do not over stretch the adjuster spring. Damage can occur if the spring is over stretched.