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Brake System

Wheel Cylinder - Removal and Installation

In this manual: Brake System
Service Information — 27Suspension — 48Transmission — 9Brake System — 52Steering — 21Engine — 140Manual Transmission, Clutch, Transfer Case and Power Transfer Unit — 48Exhaust System — 6Fuel System — 21Climate Control System — 58Instrumentation and Warning Systems — 26Battery and Charging System — 20Infotainment Systems — 41Lighting — 29Power Distribution — 11Electronic Function Group — 30Body and Paint — 275Frame and Mounting — 3
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~30min
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Removal

  1. Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
  2. Remove the brake drum.
    Refer to: Brake Drum (206-02 Drum Brake, Removal and Installation).

  3. NOTICE: If fluid spills on the painted surface, the affected area must be washed immediately with cold water.

    • Disconnect the brake tube fitting.
      Torque: 159 lb-in (18 N·m)
    • Remove the wheel cylinder bolt and the wheel cylinder.
      Torque: 106 lb-in (12 N·m)

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. Bleed the brake system.
    REFER TO: Brake System Pressure Release (206-00 Brake System General Information, General Procedures).

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