Backing Plate: Service and Repair

Brake Backing Plate Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Install the pin into the park brake lever.
2. Raise and support the vehicle with suitable safety stands. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the tire and wheel.
4. Remove the rear brake drum.
5. Remove the rear brake shoes.
6. Remove the rear wheel cylinder.
7. Remove the rear brake anchor pin.
8. Remove the rear brake backing plate retaining bolts and washers.
9. Remove the rear brake backing plate from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the rear brake backing plate.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the rear brake backing plate retaining bolts and washers.
Tighten the rear brake backing plate retaining bolts to 140 Nm (104 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the rear wheel cylinder.





4. Lubricate the brake shoe backing plate, the adjusting screw threads, socket and socket face with a thin coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant.
5. Install the rear brake shoes.
6. Adjust the rear brakes.
7. Bleed the hydraulic brake system.
8. Remove the pin to the park brake lever.
9. Install the tire and wheel.
10. Adjust the park brake if necessary.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of it's travel distance.
13. Slowly release the brake pedal.
14. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 12-13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the wheel cylinders and brake shoes.