Installation Procedure

If installing a new brake drum (2), use denatured alcohol or an equivalent approve brake cleaner and a clean shop towel to remove the protective coating from the friction surface of the drum.

Fig 1: Brake Drum And Brake Drum Retaining Screw
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Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .
Install the drum brake.
Install drum brake screw (1) and tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.
Apply the brakes approximately three times in order to seat and center the brake shoes within the drum.