K Yukon/Denali 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (2000)
13. Remove the shoe and lining assemblies (1 and 15).
14. Remove the upper return spring (5).
15. Remove the adjusting screw assembly.
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Do not damage the wheel cylinder boots.
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Bring the bottom ends of the shoes together (overlap if necessary) so the upper shoe ends clear the wheel cylinder boots.
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Spread the bottom of the assembly to clear the axle flange.
16. Remove the upper return spring (5).
17. Remove the adjusting screw assembly from the shoes.
18. Remove the retaining ring (16).
19. Remove the pin (14).
20. Remove the spring washer (3).
21. Remove the park brake lever (2).
22. Inspect the wheel cylinder for signs of leakage. Refer to Wheel Cylinder Replacement.
23. Inspect the brake drum for signs of scoring and machining tolerance. Refer to Brake Drum Inspection.
24. Replace any parts that show signs of discoloration from heat, stress, or wear.
25. Inspect the threads of the adjuster screw (14) for smooth rotation over the full length.
26. Using denatured alcohol, clean the following components:
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The adjuster screw (14)
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The nut (10)
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The spring clip (9)
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The adjuster socket (7)
Installation Procedure
1. Install the parking brake lever (2).
2. Install the spring washer (3). The concave side of the spring washer should face the parking brake lever.
3. Install the pin (4).
4. Install the retaining ring (16).
5. Install the adjuster pin (12) in the shoe (15) so the pin projects 6.8 to 7.0 mm (0.268 to 0.276 inch) from the side of the shoe web where the
adjuster actuator is installed.
