Malibu V6-191 3.1L VIN M SFI (1997)
Brake Drum: Service and Repair
Replacing Drum and Components
NOTE: When installing new brake drums do not refinish the braking surface as these parts are at the correct level of surface finish.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
NOTE: Raise vehicle and suitably support. 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.
1. Tire and wheel assembly.
Leading Trailing Drum Brake Assembly
2. Brake drum. If difficulty is encountered in removing the brake drum, the following steps may be of assistance. Make sure parking brake is
released. Back off parking brake cable adjustment. Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on outer rim of the drum and/or around inner drum diameter
by spindle. Take care not to deform the drum by use of excessive force. Using a screwdriver through the inspection hole, push the parking brake
