Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Clean the drum brake backing plate of any dirt and debris.
- Apply a light coat of high temperature brake lubricant to the brake drum backing plate shoe contact surfaces.
Install the lower brake shoe return spring (1).
Install the park brake actuator lever to the park brake cable eyelet.
- Spread the top of the brake shoe assembly (1) and lift the assembly over the wheel hub.
- Position the brake shoe assembly to the drum brake backing plate.
Install the hold down spring and cup assembly pins (1).
Install the brake shoe hold down spring and cup assemblies (1) by compressing the spring and rotating the assembly 1/4 turn.
Install the brake shoe adjuster actuator lever (1).
Install brake shoe adjuster (1).
Install the upper brake shoe return spring (1).
- Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .
- Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.