Safari Van M V6-262 4.3L VIN Z TBI (1990)
Brake Shoe: Service and Repair
Removal/Installation
REMOVAL
Fig. 1 Exploded View Of Drum Brake Assembly.
Fig. 3 Exploded View Of Drum Brake Assembly
1.
Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
2.
Remove brake drum. If brake lining is dragging on brake drum, back off brake adjustment by rotating adjustment screw. Refer to individual truck
chapter for procedure. If brake drum is rusted or corroded to axle flange and cannot be removed, lightly tap flange to drum mounting surface with
a suitable hammer.
3.
Using brake spring pliers or equivalent, unhook primary and secondary return springs, Figs. 1 and 3. Observe location of brake parts being
removed to aid during installation.
4.
Remove brake hold-down springs with suitable tool.
5.
Lift actuating lever, then unhook actuator link from anchor pin and remove.
6.
Remove actuating lever(s) and return spring.
7.
Spread shoes apart and remove parking brake strut and spring.
8.
Disconnect parking brake cable from lever, then remove brake shoes from backing plate.
