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Wheel Cylinder: Installation

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  1. Apply LOCTITE® GM P/N 12345382 (or equivalent) to the wheel cylinder shoulder face which contacts the backing plate.
  2. Use the brake shoe spanner and spring remover in order to spread the brake shoes apart.
  3. Install the wheel cylinder.
  4. Install the wheel cylinder bolts. Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  5. Remove the cap from the brake pipe and install the brake pipe to the wheel cylinder. Tighten the nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Install the brake drum. See BRAKE DRUM .
  7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system at the wheel cylinder. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING  under BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM.
  8. Install the tire and wheel.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
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