Tempo L4-122 2.0L DSL (1984)
Fig. 5 Initial Brake Adjustment
Fig. 6 Rear Wheel Bearing Assembly
BRAKE ADJUSTMENTS
Although the brakes are self-adjusting, Figs. 7 and 8, an initial adjustment will be necessary after a brake repair. The initial adjustment can be obtained
as follows:
1.
On 7 in. brakes, pivot adjuster quadrant until it meshes with knurled pin and is in third or fourth notch of the outboard end of the quadrant, Fig. 9.
2.
On 8 in. brakes, determine inside diameter of drum brake surface using brake shoe gauge tool D81L-1103-A or equivalent. Adjust brake shoe
diameter to fit gauge. Hold automatic adjusting lever out of engagement while rotating adjusting screw and ensure that screw rotates freely.
3.
Install drum and wheel assembly, then adjust wheel bearings as described in Fig. 10.
4.
Complete adjustment by applying brakes several times, then check brake operation by making several stops from varying speeds. If brake drum
cannot be removed for brake servicing, remove rubber plug from backing plate inspection hole. On 7 in. brakes, insert a suitable tool into
the hole until it contacts adjuster assembly pivot. apply pressure sideways on the pivot point allowing adjuster quadrant to ratchet and
release the brake adjustment. On 8 in. brakes remove the brake line to axle retention bracket. This will allow sufficient room for insertion
of a suitable tool to disengage adjusting lever and back off the adjusting screw.
