Drum Brake Shoe
- Adjustment is made with brake drums at room temperature and parking brakes correctly adjusted. Measure inside diameter of brake drum with measuring gauge (Rotunda 11-0001 for Bronco, Bronco II, Ranger, 100/150 Series; 11-0002 for 250/350 Series). See Fig 1
.
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- Reverse tool and apply to brake shoes on a line parallel to the ground, through center of axle. Hold automatic adjuster lever away from adjusting screw and turn screw until outside diameter of shoes contacts gauge. See Fig 2
. Shoes should just make contact with measuring gauge.
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- Apply a small amount of lubricant at shoe-to-backing plate contact points. Install brake drum and wheel assembly. Complete adjustment by applying brakes several times while driving vehicle in reverse. Check brake operation by making several stops while driving forward.
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