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Drum Brake Backing Plate: Installation

  1. Install the backing plate.
  2. Install the rear wheel hub. See appropriate REAR SUSPENSION article in SUSPENSION.
  3. Install the parking brake cable to the backing plate.
  4. Install the wheel cylinder. See WHEEL CYLINDERS  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
  5. Install the universal spring.
  6. Install the brake shoes. See BRAKE SHOES  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
  7. Adjust the rear drum brakes. See DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT  under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
  8. Install the brake drum. See BRAKE DRUM  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
  9. Bleed the brake hydraulic system. See MANUAL BLEEDING  or PRESSURE BLEEDING  under BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM.
  10. Adjust the parking brake. See PARK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT  under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTIONS.
  11. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Lower the vehicle.