Tribute 2WD L4-2.3L (2005)
Brake Drum: Service and Repair
BRAKE DRUM
Removal and Installation
Caution: Use of a brake drum puller or a torch is not recommended. Brake drum distortion can result.
1. Reference mark the drum to the wheel hub studs.
Note: If the brake drum is seized to the axle shaft pilot diameter, tap the center of the brake drum between the wheel studs.
2. Remove the brake drum. If equipped, remove the brake drum retaining clips.
3. If the brake drum binds on the brake shoes, retract the brake shoes.
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Move the brake shoe adjuster actuator ]ever away from the adjuster.
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Rotate the brake shoe adjuster screw upward to retract the brake shoes.
4. Remove the brake drum.
Warning:
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Whenever a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign material present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or
the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal
contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion,
causing loss of control. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
5. Clean the wheel hub mounting surface and wheel pilot.
