1500 4x2 Pickup V8-5.2L CNG VIN T (1996)
Brake Shoe: Adjustments
These brakes have self-adjusting shoe mechanisms that ensure correct lining to drum clearances at all times. The automatic adjusters operate only when
the brakes are applied as the car is moving rearward.
Although the brakes are self-adjusting, an initial adjustment is necessary when the brake shoes have been relined, replaced or when the length of the star
wheel adjuster has been changed during some other service operation.
Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward range to halt reverse vehicle motion may prevent the automatic adjusters from functioning, thereby
inducing low pedal heights. Should low pedal heights be encountered, it is recommended that numerous forward and reverse stops be made until
satisfactory pedal height is obtained.
NOTE: If a low pedal height condition cannot be corrected by making numerous reverse stops (provided the hydraulic system is free of air), it indicates
that the self adjusting mechanism is not functioning. Therefore, it will be necessary to remove the drum, clean, free up and lubricate the adjusting
mechanism. Then adjust the brakes, being sure the parking brake is fully released.
ADJUSTMENT
1. Raise vehicle so wheels are free to turn, then remove rear adjusting hole cover.
2. Back off parking brake cable adjustment so there is slack in the cable. Ensure parking brake lever is fully released.
3. On models equipped with release type adjuster, insert adjusting tool into star wheel of adjusting screw. Move tool handle downward until slight
drag is felt when wheel is rotated.
4. On models equipped with application type adjuster, insert adjusting tool into star wheel of adjusting screw. Move tool handle upward until
slight drag is felt when wheel is rotated.
5. On all models, insert a suitable screwdriver into brake adjusting hole and push adjusting lever out of engagement with star wheel. Care should be
taken not to bend adjusting lever.
6. Back off star wheel 10 to 12 notches until wheel rotates freely with no drag.
7. Install adjusting hole cover.
