Removal
BRAKE: REAR DRUM BRAKE: REMOVAL
REMOVAL
HINT:
- Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
- The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
- If work that does not involve brake fluid bleeding, such as drum brake shoe replacement, is started 2 minutes or more after the power switch is turned OFF, brake control (Electronically Controlled Brake system) prohibition is not necessary.
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
2. SET BRAKE CONTROL OFF Removal
3. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID
NOTE: Wash brake fluid off immediately if it adheres to any painted surfaces.
4. REMOVE REAR BRAKE DRUM SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Put matchmarks on the rear brake drum and the axle hub.
(b) Release the parking brake and remove the rear brake drum.
HINT: If the rear brake drum cannot be removed, push the rear brake automatic adjust lever through the backing plate service hole using a screwdriver. Turn and contract the adjuster using another screwdriver.