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Drum Brake Shoes - CJ, CHEROKEE, Scrambler & Wrangler

Brake shoes adjust automatically as brakes are applied while vehicle is operated in reverse. Brake shoes can be manually adjusted by rotating adjuster screw.

Remove access slot cover. Using a small blade screwdriver, push in on adjustment lever to separate from adjustment screw. Turn adjustment screw until brake drum is locked tight, then back screw off until wheel rotates freely. It may also be necessary to back shoes off a few notches to remove drum.