RAM 3500 Truck 4WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Wheel Cylinder: Service and Repair
Wheel Cylinder Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle and remove tire and wheel assembly.
2. Remove brake drum.
3. Lift adjuster lever away from adjuster screw. Then turn screw star wheel until screw is fully retracted.
4. Remove brake shoe return springs, adjuster spring and adjuster screw. Move upper ends of brake shoes apart to provide removal clearance for
wheel cylinder links.
5. Disconnect brake line from wheel cylinder.
6. Remove wheel cylinder attaching screws and remove cylinder from support plate
INSTALLATION
1. Apply thin coat of silicone sealer to wheel cylinder mounting surface of support plate. Sealer prevents road splash from entering brake drum past
cylinder.
2. Start brake line in cylinder inlet by hand. Do not tighten fitting at this time.
3. Mount wheel cylinder on support plate and install cylinder attaching screws. Tighten screws to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten brake line fitting to 13 Nm (10 ft. lbs.).
5. Install brake shoe components.
6. Adjust brake shoes to drum using brake gauge.
7. Install brake drum.
8. Fill and bleed brake system.See: Brake Bleeding/Service and Repair
9. Install wheel and tire assemblies and lower vehicle.
