For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the rear wheel and tire assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the brake drum.
Notice: Do not pry against the splash shield or backing plate in attempt to free the drum. This will bend the splash shield or backing plate. A bent backing plate may cause brake chatter and/or pulsation.
Installation Procedure
- Adjust the drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .
- Install the brake drum.
- Install the rear tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Apply the brakes approximately three times in order to seat the brake shoes against the drum.
- Lower the vehicle.
