Alero L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (2000)
Brake Shoe: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure
^
Tools Required
-
J 38400 Brake Shoe Spanner and Spring Remover
-
J 21177-A Drum-to-Brake Shoe Clearance
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the brake drums. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement.
Notice: Do not over stretch the adjuster spring. Damage can occur if the spring is over stretched.
3. Remove the adjuster spring (1).
^
Use the J 38400 in order to pry the loop end of the adjuster spring from the adjuster actuator.
^
Disengage the other end of the adjuster spring from the brake shoe.
Caution: Keep fingers away from rear brake shoe springs to prevent fingers from being pinched between spring and shoe web or spring
and backing plate.
4. Use the J 38400 to spread the brake shoes.
5. Remove the adjuster assembly.
6. Remove the adjuster actuator from the brake shoe.