Brake Drums: Installation
- Use the Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit (J42450-A), or equivalent, in order to clean the axle flange mounting surface. Use denatured alcohol, or equivalent brake cleaner, in order to clean the axle flange.
- Use the Rotor Resurfacing Kit (J-41013), or equivalent, in order to clean the drum mounting surface. Use denatured alcohol, or equivalent brake cleaner, in order to clean the drum.
- Measure the outer diameter of the brake shoes. Outer drum brake specifications should be between 8.638-8.650" (219.4-219.7 mm).
- If the outer diameter of the brake shoes is not within the specification, turn the adjuster in order to adjust the outer diameter of the brake shoes.
- Install the brake drum to the axle flange. Install the locking washers, if equipped, to the wheel studs.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten wheel lug nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Lower vehicle.
- Press and release the brake pedal 3-5 times. Adjust the park brake. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
- Install the console. Install the 4 screws and 2 clips to console. See Figure .