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Brake Shoe Removal

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1. Release parking brake lever fully, then remove drum.
- If drum is hard to remove, the following procedures should be carried out.

Brake Shoe Adjuster:




- Remove plug, and shorten adjuster to make clearance between brake shoe and drum.



- Install two bolts as shown (M8x1.25). Tighten the two bolts gradually.

NOTE: For additional information see Drum Removal and Installation Notes. Fundamentals and Basics

Brake Shoe Removal:




2. After removing retainer, remove spring by rotating shoes.
- Be careful not to damage wheel cylinder piston boots.
- Be careful not to damage parking brake cable when separating it.

NOTE: For additional information see Brake Spring Removal and Installation Notes. Fundamentals and Basics

3. Remove adjuster.
4. Disconnect parking brake cable from toggle lever.

Toggle Lever Pin Removal:




5. Remove retainer clip with a suitable tool. Then separate toggle lever and brake shoe.