B350 1 Ton Van V8-318 5.2L VIN T 2-BBL (1983)
Brake Shoe: Service and Repair
Cleaning and Inspection
Inspect brake linings for: Excessive wear, physical damage, and oil, grease or brake fluid contamination.
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If any of the above conditions exists, brake linings should be replaced.
WARNING: Do not attempt to replace only one set of brake shoes; they should be replaced as an axle set only to maintain equal braking
forces.
Inspect brake shoe webbing, hold-down and return springs for: Signs of overheating indicated by a slight blue color.
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If any component exhibits signs of overheating, replace hold-down and return springs with new ones.
CAUTION: Overheated springs lose their pull and could cause brake linings to wear out prematurely.
Inspect hold down retainers, springs and pins for: Sags, bends and external damage.
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Replace as necessary.
Inspect hold-down retainers and pins for: Bends, rust and corrosion.
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If any of the above conditions exist, replace retainers and pins.