Section 77 (Mechanical Brake System - Base (Service Information) - Except Coupe): Drum: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Before installing drum, inspect brake shoe linings for wear, alignment, and contamination. Repair or replace as necessary.
NOTE:
If rust or any foreign material is present on hub, drum or wheel mating surfaces, wet wire brush these areas to remove prior to assembly of parts.
- Properly remove any buildup formed along outer edge of drum's machined braking surface.
- Adjust brake shoes to drum diameter using a brake shoe gauge. (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/BRAKE PADS/SHOES - ADJUSTMENTS)
- Install brake drum on rear hub and bearing. See Figure.
- Install tire and wheel assembly. Tighten wheel mounting nuts to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Lower vehicle.
- Road test vehicle stopping in both forward and reverse directions. Automatic-adjuster will continue to adjust brakes as necessary during road test.