Colorado 2WD L5-3.7L (2007)
Backing Plate: Service and Repair
Drum Brake Backing Plate Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the park brake cables.
3. Remove the wheel cylinder.
4. Remove the rear axle shaft.
5. Remove the backing plate mounting bolts.
6. Remove the backing plate.
Installation Procedure.
1. Position the backing plate on the rear axle housing.
2. Install the backing plate mounting bolts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.
3. Install the backing plate retaining bolts.
Tighten the mounting bolts to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
4. Install the wheel Cylinder.
5. Install the park brake cables.
6. Install the rear axle shaft.
7. Lower the vehicle.
