Backing Plate: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTICE: Do not pry against the splash shield or backing plate in attempt to free the drum. This will bend the splash shield or backing plate. A bent backing plate may cause brake chatter and/or pulsation.





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tires and the wheels.
3. Remove brake shoes.
4. Remove the wheel cylinder (3).
5. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the backing plate.
6. Remove the rear wheel hub.
7. Remove the backing plate.


INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the backing plate.
2. Install the rear wheel hub.
3. Install the parking brake cable to the backing plate.
4. Install the wheel cylinder (3).
5. Bleed the brake hydraulic system.
6. Adjust the drum brakes.
7. Adjust the parking brake.
8. Install the tires and the wheels.
9. Lower the vehicle.