FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Disassembly






1. Remove the brake shoe assembly.
2. Disconnect the brake line using a flare nut wrench. Be prepared to catch escaping fluid.
3. Remove two wheel cylinder mounting bolts. Remove the wheel cylinder.
4. Remove dust boots from each end of the cylinder.
5. Remove all internal parts by pushing them through the cylinder body.
6. Remove the rubber cap, bleeder screw and steel ball.
7. Thoroughly clean the cylinder bore inlet and bleeder ports with isopropyl alcohol. Inspect for corrosion, scoring or ridges.

NOTICE: Replace the entire wheel cylinder assembly if a problem is found.