FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Installation







INSTALLATION





1. Assemble the hub and bearing (3) through the support plate (2) and install the spacer (1) on the rear of the assembly.
2. Install the hub and bearing (3), support plate (2), and spacer (1) as an assembly on the knuckle.




NOTE: When performing the following step, use NEW mounting bolts or clean and apply Mopar(R) Stud & Bearing Mount Adhesive or equivalent to the original mounting bolt threads before reuse.

3. Install the four bolts (8) securing the hub and bearing (5), support plate (2), and spacer (7) to the knuckle. Tighten the mounting bolts to 105 Nm (77 ft. lbs.).
4. Insert the parking brake cable into its mounting hole in the brake support plate. Push the cable housing in until the retainer's fingers lock into place.




5. If equipped with a wheel speed sensor, Install the wheel speed sensor head (3) into the rear of the hub and bearing (2). Install the wheel speed sensor head mounting screw (1). Tighten the screw to 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).




6. Install the wheel cylinder onto the brake support plate. Install and tighten the mounting screws (1) to 13 Nm (115 in. lbs.).
7. Connect the brake tube (2) to the wheel cylinder (1). Tighten the tube nut to 17 Nm (150 in. lbs.).




8. Lubricate shoe contact areas on support plate and anchor using Mopar(R) Brake Lubricant or equivalent.




NOTE: Inspect the brake shoes before installation. Brake Pads - Inspection

9. Install the drum brake shoes (6) and drum (4). Adjust shoes as necessary. Brake Pads - Installation




10. Install the tire and wheel assembly (1) Tires and Wheels - Installation. Install and tighten the wheel mounting nuts (3) to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
11. Slowly rotate the rear wheel and verify that the brake drum lightly drags on the shoes.
12. Lower the vehicle.




13. Remove the brake pedal holding tool.
14. Bleed the affected wheel cylinder as necessary. Brake Bleeding
15. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper brake operation.