Wheel Cylinder Replacement

Wheel Cylinder Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Notice: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Notice in Service Precautions.

Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheels.
3. Mark the position of the wheels relative to the wheel hubs.
4. Remove the brake drum.
5. Remove the shoe and lining.





6. Clean the dirt and foreign material from around the wheel cylinder brake line inlet, the pilot, and the bolt.
7. Disconnect the brake line from the wheel cylinder.
8. Plug the opening in the brake line to prevent fluid loss or contamination.





9. Caution: Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of contact, take the following actions:
^ Eye contact - rinse thoroughly with water.
^ Skin contact - rinse with soap and water.
^ If ingested - consult a physician immediately.

Remove the wheel cylinder-to-backing plate bolt.
10. Gently tap out the wheel cylinder from the backing plate, using care not to damage the bleeder valve or its cap.

Installation Procedure





1. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the wheel cylinder to the backing plate with the wheel cylinder bolt.
Tighten the wheel cylinder-to-backing plate bolt to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).





2. Connect the brake line to the wheel cylinder.
Tighten the brake line to 16 Nm (12 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the shoe and lining, and the brake drum.
4. Bleed the brakes. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure).