M45 V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2006)
4. Remove anti-rattle pins, retainers, anti-rattle springs, and return springs.
5. Remove parking brake shoes, adjuster assembly, and toggle lever.
6. About the removal of back plate, refer to RAX-9, Disassembly and Assembly. See: Transmission and Drivetrain/Drive Axles, Bearings and
Joints/Axle Shaft Assembly/Service and Repair/Disassembly and Assembly
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lining Thickness Inspection
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Check thickness of lining.
Standard thickness (new) A: 3.2 mm (0.126 inch)
Repair limit thickness A: 1.5 mm (0.059 inch)
Drum Inner Diameter Inspection
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Check inner diameter of drum.
Standard inner diameter (new): 172 mm (6.77 inch) dia.
Maximum inner diameter: 173 mm (6.81 inch) dia.
Other Inspections
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Check the following:
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Lining for excessive wear, damage, and peeling.
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Shoe sliding surface for excessive wear and damage.
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Anti-rattle pin for excessive wear and corrosion.
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Return spring for sagging.
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Make sure that adjuster moves smoothly
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Visually check the inside of drum for excessive wear, cracks, and damage. Check the inside of drum using a pair of vernier calipers.
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Replace with new part if the above part is malfunction.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
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Refer to Components and apply PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease or equivalent to the specified points during assembly.
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Assemble adjusters so that threaded part is expanded when rotating it in the direction shown by arrow.
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Shorten adjuster by rotating it.
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Check shoe sliding surface and drum inner surface for grease. Wipe it off if it adhere on the surfaces.