K 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1997)
a. Remove the access hole plug (25) from the backing plate and insert a screwdriver through the hole to push the parking brake lever off its
stop.
b. Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on the outer rim of the drum and/or around the inner drum diameter. Be careful to not distort the drum by
excessive hammering.
Removing The Adjuster Actuator
6. Actuator spring (1) and adjuster actuator (3). Remove as follows:
a. Raise the lever arm of the actuator (3) until the upper end is clear of the slot in the adjuster screw (12).
b. Slide the actuator (3) off of the adjuster pin (28).
c. Disconnect the actuator spring (1) from the shoe (7).
7. Hold-down spring assemblies (5) and pins (6).
8. Lower return spring (4).
a. Pull the bottom ends of the shoes apart.
b. Lift the lower return spring (4) over the anchor plate.
c. Allow the shoe ends to come together and release the spring.
9. Shoe and lining assemblies (7 and 8) along with the upper return spring (2) and adjusting screw assembly.
a. Be careful not to damage the wheel cylinder boots.
b. Bring the bottom ends of the shoes together (overlap if necessary) so the upper shoe ends clear the wheel cylinder boots.
c. Spread the bottom of the assembly to clear the axle flange.
10. Upper return spring (2) and adjusting screw assembly from the shoes.
11. Retaining ring (13), pin (14), spring washer (15) and parking brake lever (16).
NOTE:
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If any parts show signs of discoloration from heat, over-stress or wear, replace them.
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Inspect threads of the adjuster screw (12) for smooth rotation over the full length.
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Clean Adjuster screw (12) nut (11) spring clip (10) and adjuster socket (9) in denatured alcohol.
Install or Connect