Installation (2500 & 3500 Series)
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- Install the backing plate to the axle housing flange.
- Install the backing plate nuts. See Figure. Tighten the backing plate bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE SHOES .
- Install the axle shaft. See AXLE SHAFTS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION in the appropriate DIFFERENTIALS article in DRIVELINE/AXLES.
- Adjust the park brake shoe. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.
- Install the rotor. See BRAKE ROTOR .
- Install the park brake cable to the lever.
- Perform the following procedure to install the cable to the backing plate:
- Compress the spring by pushing towards the lever.
- Route the cable through the slot in the backing plate.
- Push the cable housing into the backing plate until the locking tabs snap into place.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Lower vehicle.
- Enable the park brake cable automatic adjuster. See ENABLING PARK BRAKE CABLE AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER under PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT in ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.