1965-73 BENDIX Single Anchor Auto. Adjuster

(1) - Some six cylinder models use "Wagner Automatic Adjuster (Secondary Shoe Actuation)".

CHANGES, CAUTIONS, CORRECTIONS

1965 CHRYSLER, DODGE, PLYMOUTH BRAKE NOISE & SQUEAK CORRECTION: Mid-range noise and squeaks can be corrected by installing Wave Washer No. 2534914 between adjuster screw star wheel and adjuster socket to replace the regular flat washer.

1965 IMPERIAL HISSING OR NON-LATCHING PARKING BRAKE VACUUM RELEASE CORRECTION: If vacuum leak "hiss" noted in Drive or Reverse, or if parking pawl will not latch in park shift or neutral shift positions with engine running, see Parking Brake Vacuum Release Adjustment under ADJUSTMENTS.

1965 MERCURY LOW PEDAL HEIGHT & INSUFFICIENT PEDAL TRAVEL CORRECTION: If not caused by incorrect brake shoe adjustment or air in brake system, check for incorrect spacers between brake pedal support bracket and firewall. Correct spacers, No. C5AZ-2849-B, are.88" long (longer 1" spacers will cause above condition).

1965 RAMBLER BRAKE SQUEAL CORRECTION: Install heavier front brake support plate hold down springs (Part No. 3201956), and one drum spring (Part No. 3202262), around outside diameter of each front brake drum.

1965 DODGE WHEEL INSTALLATION & BOLT TIGHTENING CAUTION: Incorrect tightening sequence and torque may distort brake drums, causing pedal pulsation, chatter, squeak, and fade. To correct, install wheel and tighten nuts to 25-30 ft. lbs. in criss-cross sequence, then tighten again to 55 ft. lbs. for Dart and Valiant, and 65 ft. lbs. for all others.

1965 RAMBLER AMERICAN BRAKE SQUEAL CORRECTION (Cars with 796" Engine & Bendix Duo-Servo Brakes): Front brake squeal may be corrected by installation of Noise Damper Kit, Part No. 32071Q7, containing four shoe hold down springs, damper clips, and flat washers, and two wave washers. Remove shoe hold-down springs and adjusting screw assemblies. Install new spring through damper clip and shoe web, and hook to spring retaining tab. Screw starwheel into pivot nut, and remove socket (adjacent to starwheel), and install flat washer, wave washer, another flat washer, and socket on pilot end of starwheel. Install starwheel assembly under adjusting lever.

1965 FORD MOTOR CO. DISC BRAKE HUB BOLT REPLACEMENT NOTE: Only one rotor hub bolt can be used as replacement on any one hub and rotor assembly. If more than one bolt needs replacement, entire rotor and hub assembly must be replaced.

1965 FORD & MERCURY REAR BRAKE DRAG OR EARLY LINING WEAR CORRECTION: May be caused by rear wheel primary shoe not returning properly. To correct, install shoe and lining assembly, Part No. C5AZ-2200-D (Station Wagons), C5AZ-2200-C (All Others), which have 8 rivets; and heavier red primary return spring, Part No. C3SZ-2035-A. Install secondary spring first. New lining and red return spring must always be used together. New parts used in cars built after 4/9/65.

1966 FORD MOTOR CO. FRONT BRAKE DRUM & HUB ASSEMBLIES NOTE: Two types of hub and drum assemblies are available and used in production. Some cars use a 2 1/2" hub and drum, others use a 3" hub and drum. The 2 1/2" drum has three grooves around the circumference, and the 3" drum has four grooves. DO NOT intermix the 2 1/2" and 3" assemblies or brake pull may result.

1965-67 LINCOLN BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL NOTE: There must be a minimum of 1/2" between bottom of pedal and floor carpet, with foot pressing on pedal. If there is less than 1/2" clearance, air may be in system.

1969 CHRYSLER CORP. AUTOMATIC ADJUSTER NOTE: Beginning in 1969, a new automatic adjuster is used on all models. Adjuster screw thread is opposite that of other models, therefore adjuster moves star wheel upward when brakes are applied. A cage and spring on adjuster cable absorbs secondary shoe movement except when wear results in enough movement to call for rotation of star wheel. This feature reduces possibility of over-adjustment.

LINCOLN & MERCURY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT APPARENT BRAKE FAILURE - Condition may be caused by low fluid level, air in system, or piston bottomed out in dual master cylinder. To correct, add fluid or bleed brakes. Loosen front bleeder screw and apply pedal pressure until light goes out. If light stays on, loosen rear bleeder screw and apply pressure until light goes out.

1970 FAIRLANE, MUSTANG, MAVERICK VIBRATION DURING BRAKING - Condition may result from defective lower suspension strut rubbers and washers. Replace these parts with Insulator Kit number DOOZ-3A187-B (two required). Adjust caster after installation.

1970 LINCOLN SCRAPING NOISE IN AREA OF REAR WHEELS - Condition may be caused by right hand parking brake cable assembly contacting flared edge of right rear brake drum. To correct this condition, loosen cable retaining bracket and move cable until white locating stripe is in front of bracket. Retighten bracket and ensure there is at least 3/8" clearance between cable and edge of drum.

1977 AMERICAN MOTORS IMPROVED BRAKE LINING - A new riveted brake shoe and lining assembly is now in production. Although previous bonded lining was adequate, new lining provides improved high speed braking and is more resistant to fade, glazing, heat cracks, and noise. New lining assemblies may be used (in complete sets) on previous year models vehicles with 9" or 10" Bendix drum brakes.

NOTE: Rear drum brakes on 1970 and earlier models with front disc brakes must be serviced with original equipment in order to maintain proper front-to-rear braking balance.

JEEP (7300) WAGONEER BRAKE WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON: Condition may be due to improper bleeding in production or defective pressure differential switch plunger. Disconnect electrical wire from differential switch (below master cylinder), and remove plunger. It may be necessary to relieve hydraulic pressure from front or rear system (top end of plunger will be tipped toward system to be relieved). If plunger is damaged, install repair kit 947078. If lamp still lights, hydraulic system requires repair and switch must be reset.