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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1999 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Park Brake 🢒 Backing Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 214859 Size: SH
  1. Unhook the rear cable eyelet (1) from the park brake actuator lever (2).
  2. Remove the parking brake shoe. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Replacement .
  3. Remove the parking brake actuator. Refer to Parking Brake Actuator Replacement .
  4. Remove the brake backing plate bolts.
  5. Remove the brake backing plate from the axle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the brake backing plate to axle.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the brake backing plate bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the brake backing plate bolts to 58 N·m (43 lb ft).

  3. Install the parking brake actuator. Refer to Parking Brake Actuator Replacement .
  4. Install the parking brake shoe. Refer to Parking Brake Shoe Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 214859 Size: SH
  5. Hook the rear cable eyelet (1) onto the park brake actuator lever (2).