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Brake Drums: Installation

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Measure the outer diameter of the brake shoes. Outer drum brake specifications should be between 8.638-8.650" (219.4-219.7 mm).
  4. 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.
  5. Install the brake drum to the axle flange. Install the locking washers, if equipped, to the wheel studs.
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten wheel lug nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  . Lower vehicle.
  7. Press and release the brake pedal 3-5 times. Adjust the park brake. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT  under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
  8. Install the console. Install the 4 screws and 2 clips to console. See Figure .