Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.
Removal Procedure
- Block the wheels.
- Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct replacement procedure:
- Remove the nuts retaining the drum to the transmission.
- Remove the brake drum .
Important: Closely examine all mounting bolt holes in the drum for stress cracks.
- Inspect the drum for the following conditions:
- Repair the drum as needed.
- Inspect the linings for contamination and excessive wear. The minimum lining thickness, with bonded linings is 1.52 mm (0.06 in).
If replacement is necessary, replace the linings as a set.
- Inspect the brake mechanism for proper operation.
- Repair the brake mechanism as needed.
Installation Procedure
- Install the brake drum to the transmission.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the nuts that retain the drum to the flange.
Tighten
Tighten the drum to flange nuts to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).
- Install the propeller shaft. Refer to the following list for the correct replacement procedure:
- Adjust the parking brake. Refer to
Park Brake Adjustment
.
- Remove the wheel blocks.