Savana 1/2 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (2001)
Brake Drum: Service and Repair
Brake Drum Replacement
Brake Drum Replacement
For on-vehicle service of non demountable rear brake drums, refer to Hub and Drum Assembly Replacement in Rear Axle. See: Transmission and
Drivetrain/Differential Assembly/Service and Repair/Rear Drive Axle/Hub and Drum Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Install the pin into the park brake lever.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove the tire and the wheel assembly from the vehicle.
4. Mark the relationship of the drum to the hub.
5. Remove the brake drum retaining clips (if applicable).
6. Remove the brake drum.
7. If the brake drum does not come off easily, perform the following steps:
7.1. Remove the access hole plug from the backing plate.
7.2. Insert a flat-bladed tool through the backing plate access hole (1) in order to disengage the self adjuster.
7.3. Insert another flat-bladed tool through the same backing plate access hole in order to loosen the adjuster screw.
7.4. Install the access hole plug in order to prevent dirt or contamination from entering the drum brake.
7.5. Apply a small amount of penetrating oil around the brake drum center hole.
7.6. Remove the brake drum.
Installation Procedure
