Section 4
Assemble Brakes
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a. Install the shoes on the anchor pins. Fit the
other end of the webs into the adjusting
bolt slots.
b. Install the snap rings onto the anchor pins.
c. Install the anti-rattle rod through the
backing plate, shoes and retaining
hardware. Compress the spring. Twist the
rod to lock its tabs into the retainer.
d. Use a brake spring tool to install the return
spring.
e. Install the hub, drum and wheel according
to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.
f. Adjust the brake as described in Section 5.
RDA Brakes (Figure 4.12)
a. If removed, install the shoe hold-down clips.
b. The shoe ends are labeled “anchor” and
“adjuster.” Install the shoes correctly as
shown in
Figure 4.13.
Install the top shoe
with its ends engaged with the plunger and
adjusting bolt. Hold the bottom shoe in
place.
c. Use a brake spring tool to install the return
springs.
d. Install the hub, drum and wheel according
to the vehicle manufacturer’s instructions.
e. Adjust the brake as described in Section 5.
Figure 4.12
B
C
A
B
C
A
Figure 4.13
ANCHOR
PLUNGER
LONG
RADIUS
ANCHOR
PLUNGER
LONG
RADIUS
ANCHOR
PLUNGER
LONG
RADIUS
LEFT HAND BRAKE
RIGHT HAND BRAKE
