Backing Plate Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the backing plate. Install the rear wheel hub. See appropriate REAR SUSPENSION article in SUSPENSION. Install the parking brake cable to the backing plate.
- Install the wheel cylinder. See WHEEL CYLINDERS under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Install the universal spring.
- Install the brake shoes. See REAR BRAKE SHOES under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Adjust the rear drum brakes. See DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS. Install the brake drum. See REAR BRAKE DRUM under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Bleed the brake hydraulic system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM . Adjust the parking brake. See PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower the vehicle.