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CYLINDER ASSEMBLY, Wheel: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: WHEEL CYLINDER MOUNTING
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  1. Install the wheel cylinder onto the brake support plate. Install and tighten the mounting screws (1) to 13 N.m (115 in. lbs.).
  2. Hand start the brake tube nut (2) into the wheel cylinder (1). Tighten the tube nut to 17 N.m (150 in. lbs.).
    Fig 2: REAR DRUM BRAKES
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    NOTE: Inspect the brake shoes before installation. See Brakes/Hydraulic/Mechanical/SHOES, Brake - Inspection 
  3. Install the drum brake shoes (6) and drum. Adjust shoes as necessary. See Brakes/Hydraulic/Mechanical/SHOES, Brake - Installation 
    Fig 3: TIRE AND WHEEL MOUNTING
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  4. Install the tire and wheel assembly (1). Refer to Tires and Wheels - Installation . Install and tighten the wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 N.m (100 ft. lbs.).
  5. Slowly rotate the rear wheel and verify that the brake drum lightly  drags on the shoes.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 4: BRAKE PEDAL HOLDING TOOL
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  7. Remove the brake pedal holder.
  8. Bleed the wheel cylinder as necessary. See Brakes - Standard Procedure 
  9. Road test the vehicle to make sure the brakes operate correctly.