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Brake Drum Replacement Bendix 229 mm- 9 in

Removal Procedure

  1. Block the wheels.
  2. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct procedure:
  3. • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One-Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Yoke Type
  4. Remove the following items from the center of the yoke:
  5. • The companion flange bolt
    • The washer
    • The retainer
  6. Straighten the lock tab on the washer.

  7. Object Number: 29070  Size: SH
  8. Remove the brake drum (6) and the yoke assembly from the transmission.
  9. Remove the bolts that hold the drum (6) to the yoke.
  10. Important: Closely examine all mounting bolt holes in the drum for stress cracks.

  11. Inspect the drum (6) for the following:
  12. • Cracks
    • Scoring
    • Pitting
    • Grooves
    • Overheating damage
  13. Repair the drum as needed.
  14. Inspect the linings (1) for contamination and excessive wear. The minimum lining thickness (with bonded linings) is 1.52 mm (0.060 in).
  15. If replacement is necessary, replace the linings as a set.

  16. Inspect the brake mechanism for proper operation.
  17. Repair the brake mechanism as needed.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the companion flange bolt and a new washer to the transmission mainshaft at the center of the yoke.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the companion flange bolt to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).


    Object Number: 29070  Size: SH
  3. Install the bolts that hold the drum (6) to the yoke.
  4. Install the drum and yoke assembly to the transmission.
  5. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct procedure:
  6. • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One-Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Yoke Type
  7. Adjust the parking brake. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Adjustment .
  8. Remove the wheel blocks.

Brake Drum Replacement Bendix 305 mm- 12 in

Removal Procedure

  1. Block the wheels.
  2. Release the parking brake.
  3. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct procedure:
  4. • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One-Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Yoke Type
  5. Remove the nuts that hold the yoke and the brake drum.
  6. Remove the yoke.

  7. Object Number: 199968  Size: SH
  8. Remove the drum. It may be necessary to back the linings (17, 25) off by turning the adjusting screw (21).
  9. Important: Closely examine all of the mounting bolt holes in the drum for stress cracks.

  10. Inspect the drum for the following conditions:
  11. • Cracks
    • Scoring
    • Pitting
    • Grooves
    • Overheating damage
  12. Replace the drum as neccssary..
  13. Inspect the linings (17, 25) for contamination and excessive wear. The minimum lining thickness (with bonded linings) is 1.52 mm (0.060 in).
  14. If necessary, replace the linings (17, 25) as a set.
  15. Inspect the brake mechanism for proper operations.
  16. Repair or replace the brake mechanism as necessary.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the drum.
  2. Install the yoke.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the nuts.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 37 N·m (27 lb ft).

  6. Install the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct procedure:
  7. • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One-Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - One Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Two Piece - Yoke Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Flange Type
    • Propeller Shaft Replacement - Three Piece - Yoke Type
  8. Adjust the parking brake. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Adjustment .
  9. Remove the wheel blocks.