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PLATE, Brake Backing: Installation: Installation

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Fig 1: SUPPORT PLATE WITH HUB AND BEARING
GC0083951Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  1. Assemble the hub and bearing (3) through the support plate (2) and install the spacer (1) on the rear of the assembly.
  2. Install the hub and bearing (3), support plate (2), and spacer (1) as an assembly on the trailing link.
    Fig 2: REAR DRUM BRAKES
    GC0083910Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    NOTE: When performing the following step, use NEW mounting bolts or clean and apply Mopar® Stud AND Bearing Mount Adhesive or equivalent to the original mounting bolt threads before reuse.
  3. Install the four bolts (8) securing the hub and bearing (5), support plate (2), and spacer (7) to the trailing link (1). Tighten the mounting bolts to 105 N.m (77 ft. lbs.).
  4. Insert the parking brake cable into its mounting hole in the brake support plate. Push the cable housing in until the retainer's fingers lock into place.
    Fig 3: FWD REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR AT HUB AND BEARING
    GC0083950Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  5. If equipped with a wheel speed sensor, Install the wheel speed sensor head (3) into the rear of the hub and bearing (2). Install the wheel speed sensor head mounting screw (1). Tighten the screw to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
    Fig 4: WHEEL CYLINDER MOUNTING
    GC0083949Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  6. Install the wheel cylinder onto the brake support plate. Install and tighten the mounting screws (1) to 13 N.m (115 in. lbs.).
  7. Connect the brake tube (2) to the wheel cylinder (1). Tighten the tube nut to 17 N.m (150 in. lbs.).
    Fig 5: SHOE CONTACT AREAS ON SUPPORT
    GC0083123Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  8. Lubricate shoe contact areas on support plate and anchor using Mopar® Brake Lubricant or equivalent.
    Fig 6: REAR DRUM BRAKES
    GC0083910Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
    NOTE: Inspect the brake shoes before installation. See Brakes/Hydraulic/Mechanical/SHOES, Brake - Inspection 
  9. Install the drum brake shoes (6) and drum (4). Adjust shoes as necessary. See Brakes/Hydraulic/Mechanical/SHOES, Brake - Installation 
    Fig 7: TIRE AND WHEEL MOUNTING
    GC0082325Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  10. 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.).
  11. Slowly rotate the rear wheel and verify that the brake drum lightly  drags on the shoes.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 8: BRAKE PEDAL HOLDING TOOL
    GC0098418Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  13. Remove the brake pedal holding tool.
  14. Bleed the affected wheel cylinder as necessary. See Brakes - Standard Procedure 
  15. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper brake operation.
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