For 1990-2009 cars only
Adjustment Procedure
- Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.
- Using the rear brake adjuster nut, turn the adjuster assembly in until a sufficient amount of drag occurs on the brake drum.
- Place the parking brake lever stops against the edge of the shoe web. If necessary, loosen the park brake cable at the equalizer. Refer to Parking Brake Lever Replacement.
- Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.
- Apply the brake pedal at least 10 times. Verify the clicking sound of the adjuster assembly is not audible from either brake drum.
- Adjust the park brake. Refer to Parking Brake Adjustment.
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.
Note: If the clicking sound of the adjuster assembly is not audible from either brake drum, the clearance between the brake shoes and the drum is adjusted.
