Removal

For additional information see Notes, Warnings, and Hints. Fundamentals and Basics

- Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly.
- Mark relationship of brake drum to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly.
- Remove tire and wheel assembly.
- Remove brake drum.

NOTE: If difficulty is encountered in removing the brake drum, the following steps may be of assistance:

Adjusting Brakes:

- Make sure parking brake is released.
- Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
- Remove adjusting hole cover or knockout plate from backing plate and back off adjusting screw using screwdriver and adjusting tool.
- Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on outer rim of the drum and/or around inner drum diameter by spindle.

CAUTION: Take care not to deform the drum by use of excessive force.