Drum Brake System: Service and Repair

HUB AND DRUM ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
With Full Floating Axle

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

^ Tools Required
- J2222-C Wheel Bearing Nut Wrench

1. Raise the vehicle until the wheel is free to rotate.
2. Remove the wheel and tire.





3. Remove the axle shaft (5). Refer to Axle Replacement (11 Inch Ring Gear).
4. Remove the retaining ring (10).
5. Remove the key (9).





6. Remove the adjusting nut using the J2222-C.
7. Remove the washer.





8. Remove the hub and drum (3).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the hub and drum (3) on the axle tube.
^ Be sure the bearings and the oil seal are positioned properly.
^ Apply a light coat of high melting point EP bearing lubricant to the contact surfaces and the outside of the axle tube.

2. Install the washer.
3. Place the tang into the keyway.





4. Install the adjusting nut.
5. Adjust the bearing preload. Refer to Axle Replacement (11 Inch Ring Gear)





6. Install the key (9).
7. Install the retaining ring (10).
8. Install the axle shaft. Refer to Axle Replacement (11 Inch Ring Gear).
9. Install the wheel and tire.
10. Lower the vehicle.