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Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Inspection

Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Inspection





1. Visually inspect the adjuster actuator lever for the following:
- Excessive corrosion
- Excessive stretching
- Broken hook ends
- Twisting or binding
- Missing
2. If any of the conditions listed were found, the drum brake system adjuster hardware requires replacement.





3. Visually inspect the park brake adjuster for the following conditions:
- Bent
- Broken
- Missing
- Broken spring attachment tab
4. If any of the conditions listed were found, the adjuster actuator lever and/or attaching hardware requires replacement.