Brake Drum Replacement for GMC Truck GMC P42 Commercial Chassis 1999
Removal Procedure
Construction of this drum and hub assembly does not allow replacement
with the hub assembly installed on the vehicle.
- Raise the vehicle on a hoist and support with suitable safety
stands. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the hub and drum assembly. Refer to
Hub and Drum Assembly Replacement
in
Rear Drive Axle.
- Remove the retaining bolts, stud nuts, or wheel studs.
- Separate the drum, hub, and oil deflector.
- Press the wheel studs out of the drum.
- Replace parts as necessary.
Installation Procedure
- Connect the drum to the hub.
- Align the drain holes.
- Apply a light coating of sealing compound to the oil deflector
contact surface.
- Connect the oil deflector to the drum.
- Install the retaining bolts, stud nuts, or wheel studs.
- Press the wheel studs into the drum.