Skylark L4-144 2.4L DOHC VIN T SFI (1997)
Brake Shoe: Service and Repair
NOTE: Raise vehicle and suitably support. Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly. Mark relationship
of brake drum to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly.
REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Tire and wheel assembly.
2. Brake drum. If difficulty is encountered in removing the brake drum, the following steps may be of assistance. Make sure parking brake is
released. Back off parking brake cable adjustment. Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on outer rim of the drum and/or around inner drum diameter
by spindle. Take care not to deform the drum by use of excessive force.
3. Return springs (1 and 2) using J 8049 or J 29840 pliers.
4. Hold-down springs (3) and pins (5) using suitable pliers.
5. Actuator link (6) while lifting up on actuator lever (7).
6. Actuator lever (7), lever return spring (8) and bearing sleeve (4).