Silverado 3500 2WD V8-8.1L VIN G (2005)
Backing Plate: Service and Repair
Drum Brake Backing Plate Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the park brake cable. Refer to one of the following procedures:
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For the left park brake cable, refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Front in Park Brake.
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For the right park brake cable, refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Left Rear (w/Rear Disc and w/o RPO NYS) Park Brake Cable
Replacement - Left Rear (w/Rear Disc and w/RPO NYS) Park Brake Cable Replacement - Left Rear (w/Rear Drum) in Park Brake.
2. Remove the wheel cylinder.
3. Remove the rear axle shaft.
4. Remove the backing plate bolts.
5. Remove the backing plate.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the backing plate on the rear axle housing.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the backing plate bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the rear axle shaft.
4. Install the wheel cylinder.
5. Install the park brake cable. Refer to one of the following procedures:
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For the left park brake cable, refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Front in Park Brake.
