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B2200 & B2600i 2WD

  1. Raise and support rear of vehicle. Remove rear wheel assemblies. Ensure parking brake is released. Remove plugs from rear of backing plate (one below wheel cylinder, other near outer diameter of backing plate). Insert a screwdriver through hole below wheel cylinder. Rotate star wheel adjuster in direction of arrow stamped on backing plate until wheel locks.
  2. Insert a drift through other hole in backing plate. Push awl back from adjuster and back off adjuster 6-7 notches. Ensure wheel rotates freely. Perform same procedure on both sides. Adjust parking brake.
NOTE: Self-adjusting rear brakes only require manual adjustment when brake shoe is replaced or operating lever is moved during service operations.