Bronco II 4WD V6-171 2.8L (1985)
Brake Shoe: Adjustments
OVERVIEW
The rear brake shoes adjust automatically when the vehicle is driven forward or reverse and the brakes are applied sharply several times. Manual
adjustment is required only when brake shoes are replaced. When adjusting rear brakes, check parking brake cable for proper adjustment and that
equalizer is operating freely.
WITH DRUMS REMOVED
1.
With drums removed, clean areas where shoes contact backing plate, then apply suitable lubricant to these contact areas, ensuring that lubricant
does not contaminate linings.
2.
Using suitable brake shoe adjusting gauge, adjust gauge to inside diameter of brake drum.
Fig. 4 Checking Brake Lining Clearance
3.
Reverse tool and adjust shoes until they contact gauge, ensuring that gauge is parallel to vehicle and at centerline of axle, Fig. 4. Holding
automatic adjusting lever aside, rotate adjusting screw as necessary.
4.
Install drums, wheels and retaining nuts, then complete adjustment by applying brakes several times while driving vehicle in reverse.
5.
Check brake operation by making several stops in forward gear. Repeat step 4, if necessary.
WITH DRUMS INSTALLED
1.
Raise and support rear of vehicle until the rear wheels clear the floor.
2.
Remove cover from adjusting hole located at bottom of backing plate.
Brake Adjustment
3.
Using a small screwdriver to hold adjusting lever away from star wheel, rotate adjusting screw star wheel until brake shoes are locked against
drum, Fig. 5.
4.
Back-off brake adjusting screw approximately 10 to 12 notches so that brake drum rotates freely without drag. If brake drum does not rotate freely,
remove drum and clean and inspect drum brake components.
5.
After adjusting both drum brakes install adjustment hole covers, lower vehicle and apply brakes several times to position brake shoes.
6.
Road test vehicle to ensure brakes operate properly.
WARNING: Perform the road test only when the brakes will apply and the vehicle can be safely stopped.
