Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .

Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .

Fig 1: View Of Brake Components

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Remove the adjuster spring (3). Disengage the adjuster spring hook end from the tab on the adjuster actuator (1).

Fig 2: Spreading Brake Shoes Apart

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Use the J 38400 in order to spread the brake shoes (1) apart. See Special Tools .
Remove the adjuster.