Drum Brake Hardware: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Safari and 2002 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheels.
- Remove brake drum. See REAR BRAKE DRUM .
- Remove brake shoe return springs.
- Remove brake shoe guide.
- Remove hold down springs.
- Remove hold down pins.
- Remove actuator lever and actuator lever pivot.
- Remove actuator lever and lever pivot.
- Remove lever return spring.
- Inspect all remaining parts for discoloration due to heat or stress. Replace parts as needed.