Removal Procedure
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Caution .
- 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 drum brake adjusting hardware. Refer to Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Replacement .
- Clean the area surrounding the rear brake cylinder of dirt and debris.
- Remove the rear brake bleeder valve to get tool access to the brake pipe fitting.
Disconnect the rear brake cylinder pipe fitting (1). Cap the rear brake cylinder pipe fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Remove the rear brake cylinder bolts (1).
Spread the top of the brake shoes slightly and remove the rear brake cylinder (1) form the backing plate.