Drum Brake Adjusting Hardware Inspection

DRUM BRAKE ADJUSTING HARDWARE INSPECTION





1. Visually inspect the adjuster actuator spring (2) 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 adjuster actuator lever (1) 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.