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Removal Procedure

  1. Release the park brake.
    2. IMPORTANT: The brake pedal must be operated more than 10 times. When the clicking can no longer be heard, the clearance between the brake shoe and the drum is adjusted.
  2. Apply the brake at least 10 times until the clicking of the adjustment actuator can no longer be heard on either brake drum.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Test the amount of drag on the drum brake. If the amount of drag is NOT sufficient, continue with this procedure.
  5. Mark the position of the wheels relative to the wheel hubs and remove the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
    6. Fig 1: View Of Brake Drum And Detent Screw
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  6. Remove the drum detent screw.
  7. Remove the brake drum.
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