Drum Brake Shoe: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lubricate the brake shoe backing plate with a thin coat of high temperature silicone lubricant.
- Install the park brake hardware. See PARK BRAKE HARDWARE - DRUM .
- Lubricate the adjuster screw.
- Install the brake adjusting hardware. See DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTING HARDWARE .
- Adjust the rear brake and drum. See DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.
- Install the brake drum.
- Adjust the rear brakes.
- Install the tire and wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.