Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Cautions and Notices.

NOTE: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Clean all dirt and foreign material from the wheel cylinder brake pipe fitting and the bleeder valve.

Fig 1: View Of Brake Drum

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Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
Remove the brake pipe nut.
Install a cap over the end of the brake pipe in order to prevent brake fluid loss and/or brake fluid contamination.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Wheel Cylinder

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Remove the wheel cylinder bolts (2).

Fig 3: Using J 38400 To Spread The Brake Shoes Apart

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Use the J 38400 in order to spread the brake shoes apart (1). See Special Tools and Equipment .
Remove the wheel cylinder.
Clean the old sealant from the backing plate where the wheel cylinder was installed. Clean the sealant from the wheel cylinder if you are reusing the wheel cylinder.