Removal and Installation of Drum Brake Assembly: Installation

Install the operating lever (C) using the following procedure.
1. Position operating lever (C) on brake shoe.
2. Install retainer ring (A) on operating lever (C), and crimp them until their contact points (B) are met.
- Pin (D)
Fig 1: Locating Retainer Ring
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Apply NISSAN brake grease (KRF00 00005) to brake shoes sliding surfaces (the shaded areas) and other parts on the back plate as indicated by arrows.

Fig 2: Identifying Grease Application Areas
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Apply NISSAN brake grease (KRF00 00005) to screw and confirm the difference between right and left wheel for assembling when disassembled.
Right rear wheel Thread cutting direction: Right-hand screw

Left rear wheel Thread cutting direction: Left-hand screw

Fig 3: Identifying Shoe Adjuster
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Assemble the shoe, adjuster, adjuster lever and springs on the shoe assembly.
Connect the parking brake rear cable to the operating lever.
Install the shoe assembly, shoe hold down pins, springs and retainers. After installation be sure that each part is installed properly.
CAUTION: Do not damage the wheel cylinder piston boot.
Install the brake drum.
Depress brake pedal approximately 2 to 3 times.
Adjust the clearance of brake shoe.
Install rear wheels and tires. Refer to , "ADJUSTMENT ".