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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Wheel Cylinder
    GM890730Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Using the J 38400  , spread the top of the brakes shoes apart, then install the wheel cylinder to the brake backing plate. See Special Tools .
    2. Fig 2: View Of Brake Pipe Fitting, Wheel Cylinder Bleeder Valve & Mounting Bolts
    GM890731Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  2. Install the wheel cylinder mounting bolts (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  3. Remove the cap from the brake pipe end.
  4. Connect the brake pipe fitting (1) at the wheel cylinder.

    Tighten:  Tighten the fitting to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).

  5. Install the wheel cylinder bleeder valve.

    Tighten:  Tighten the valve to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

  6. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
  8. Install the bleeder valve cap.
  9. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .
  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug Wheel) or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel) .
  11. Lower the vehicle.
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