Brake Shoe: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

1. Perform steps 1) to 6) of BRAKE DRUM REMOVAL.





2. Remove shoe hold down springs by turning shoe hold down pins.
3. Remove return springs, brake shoes and strut.





4. Disconnect parking brake shoe lever from parking brake cable.





5. Remove parking brake shoe lever from shoe rim.

INSPECTION
Parking Shoe Lever





Inspect brake shoe lever for free movement against brake shoe web. If defective, correct or replace.

Strut





Check ratchet of strut for wear or damage.

Springs





Inspect for damage or weakening.
Inspect each part with arrow for rust. If found defective, replace.

Brake Shoe
Refer to BRAKE DRUM INSPECTION.

INSTALLATION





1. Assemble parts as shown in reverse order of removal.





2. Install shoe hold down springs by pushing them down in place and turning hold down pins.
3. For procedure hereafter, refer to steps 1) to 8) of BRAKE DRUM INSTALLATION.