Brake Drum Replacement

Special Tools

• CH 41013 Rotor Resurfacing Kit
• CH 42450-A Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.

Removal Procedure

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

1. 1
   Check to ensure that the park brake is fully released
2. 2
   Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
3. 3
   Remove the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

   

4. 4
   Remove the brake drum screw (1).
5. 5
   Remove the brake drum (2).
6. 6
   If the brake drum is to be reinstalled to the vehicle, use the CH 41013 resurfacer or equivalent to clean any rust or corrosion from the hub/flange mating surface of the brake drum (2).

Installation Procedure

1. 1
   If installing a new brake drum (2), use denatured alcohol or an equivalent approve brake cleaner and a clean shop towel to remove the protective coating from the friction surface of the drum.
2. 2
   Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment.
3. 3
   Install the drum brake.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

1. 1
   Install drum brake screw (1) and tighten to 7 N·m.
2. 2
   Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. 3
   Lower the vehicle.
4. 4
   Apply the brakes approximately three times in order to seat and center the brake shoes within the drum.