Removal Procedure

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
Remove the adjuster spring (1). Disengage the adjuster spring hook end from the tab on the adjuster actuator lever, then release the spring from the brake shoe web hole.

Fig 1: Brake Shoe Adjuster Spring
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CAUTION: Do not over stretch the adjuster spring. Damage can occur if the spring is over stretched.
Release the adjuster actuator lever (1) from the adjuster assembly (2).

Fig 2: Drum Brake Adjuster Actuator Lever And Adjuster Assembly
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Remove the adjuster assembly (2).
Remove the adjuster assembly (2) and inspect for the following conditions:
- Binding or seized threaded adjuster assembly.
- Damaged or missing adjuster screw teeth.
Replace the adjuster assembly if any of the conditions listed are present.