Installation (Neon)
- Install a new "O" ring at the mating surface of the wheel cylinder-to-brake support.
- Install the wheel cylinder onto brake support plate. Tighten the attaching bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the brake support plate and gasket on rear suspension knuckle. Tighten the support plate mounting bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- 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.
- Hand start the brake line nut to the wheel cylinder. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Attach the parking brake cable to the parking brake actuator.
- Install the rear brake shoe assemblies on the brake support plate. See DRUM BRAKE SHOES .
- Install the rear hub and bearing assembly on the spindle. Install a new hub and bearing retaining nut. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Install dust cap.
- Install the wheel and tire assembly. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Adjust the rear brake shoes. See REAR BRAKE SHOES under ADJUSTMENTS.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the brake pedal holding tool.
- Bleed the brake hydraulic system. See BLEEDING PROCEDURES under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Road test the vehicle to make sure the brakes operate correctly.
NOTE:
When installing wheel cylinder on brake support plate, be sure it is positioned squarely (horizontal) to the brake support plate.