Brake Shoe: Service and Repair

1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel/tire assembly.

Exploded View Of Drum Brake Assembly:

2. Remove axle nut, then the hub and drum assembly.
3. Remove end shoe springs, cylinder and hold-down spring.
4. Remove shoes and adjuster as an assembly.

1. Reverse removal procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Apply suitable grease to backing plate shoe contact surfaces.
b. Install shoe hold-down pin, then assemble return spring with the pushrod shortened.
c. Pull parking brake lever fully upward. Repeat process several times.