Drum Brake System: Adjustments

The rear brakes must be adjusted manually after replacing the brake linings.
1. Raise the vehicle and support the vehicle with proper safety stands.





2. Remove the knockout plugs (1) in the backing plate.
3. Rotate the adjuster screw until the wheel can just be turned by hand.
The brake lining drag should be equal at both wheels.
4. Loosen the adjusting screw 24 notches.

Important: The brake linings should not drag after backing off the adjusting screw 12 notches. If you get heavy drag, loosen the equalizer nut on the park brake cable. If you still get heavy drag, inspect the condition of the brake shoes and verify the proper installation of the brake shoes.

5. Install an adjusting hole cover in the backing plate.
6. Inspect the park brake cable adjustment and perform the procedure when necessary.
7. Remove the safety stands and lower the vehicle.