Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-4.7L VIN J (2004)
Inspect the adjuster screw assembly. Replace the assembly if the star wheel or threads are damaged, or the components are severely rusted or
corroded.
Discard the brake springs and retainer components if worn, distorted or collapsed. Also replace the springs if a brake drag condition had occurred.
Overheating will distort and weaken the springs.
Inspect the brake shoe contact pads on the support plate, replace the support plate if any of the pads are worn or rusted through. Also replace the plate
if it is bent or distorted.
INSTALLATION
1. Install shoes on splash shield with hold down clips and pins. Be sure shoes are properly engaged in the park brake actuator.
2. Lubricate and install adjuster screw assembly. Be sure notched ends of screw assembly are properly seated on shoes and that star wheel is aligned
with access hole in shield.
3. Install lower shoe to shoe spring/adjuster spring. Needle nose pliers can be used to connect spring to each shoe.
4. Install the upper shoe to shoe spring/return spring with brake pliers.
5. Install rotor and caliper anchor assembly.
6. Install anchor bolts and tighten to 90 - 115 Nm (66 - 85 ft. lbs.).
7. Actuate park brake lever to unlock the park brake system.
8. Adjust the parking brake shoes.
9. Install wheel and tire assembly.
10. Lower vehicle and verify correct parking brake operation.
