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For 1990-2009 cars only

Object Number: 819274  Size: SH
  1. Visually inspect the drum brake system hold-down springs (15,22) for the following:
  2. • Excessive corrosion
    • Damaged or bent locating pins
    • Broken spring coils
    • Damaged retaining cups
  3. Visually inspect the anchor spring (18) and the return springs  (8,19) for the following:
  4. • Excessive corrosion
    • Excessive stretching
    • Broken hook ends
    • Twisting or binding
  5. Replace the drum brake system hardware if necessary. Refer to Drum Brake Hardware Replacement .