Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
3. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .

1

Adjuster Spring

Tip
Retract the brake shoe adjuster to ease removal of the adjuster spring. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .

2

Adjuster Lever

3

Brake Shoe Adjuster

Procedure

1. Clean and apply high temperature brake lubricant to the adjuster threads.
2. Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .