Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Inspection

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Drum Brake System

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

1. Visually inspect the adjuster spring (23) for the following:
   • Excessive corrosion
   • Excessive stretching
   • Broken hook ends
   • Twisting or binding
   • Missing
2. Visually inspect the adjuster actuator lever (24) for the following conditions:
   • Bent
   • Broken
   • Missing
   • Broken spring attachment tab
3. Visually inspect the adjuster (7,9,10) for the following conditions:
   • Excessive corrosion
   • Broken
   • Binding
   • Missing
4. Replace the drum brake adjusting hardware if necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Replacement .