Freelander Service Procedures
BRAKES
70-4
REPAIRS
Refit
1. Renew brake drum if scored, grooved or
cracked.
2. Check wheel cylinder pistons for freedom of
movement.
3. Clean backplate and brake drum with brake
cleaning fluid.
WARNING: Do not use petroleum based
fluid as damage will occur to rubber
components
4. Measure inside diameter of drum at 2 points.
Drum internal diameter: New = 254 mm.
Service limit: = 255.49 mm. Drum ovality limit:
= 0.012 mm. Renew drum if outside limits.
5. Examine wheel cylinder dust seals for signs of
brake fluid leakage, a certain amount of
dampness is usual. However, if excessive fluid
is apparent, lift dust seals and check for
leakage. Renew wheel cylinders and brake
shoes if linings are contaminated.
6. Apply molykote 111 grease to brake shoe and
spring contact points.
WARNING: Ensure grease does not contact
brake shoe linings or wheel cylinder dust
covers.
Check adjuster ratchet and if necessary set to
minimum adjustment position as follows: Lever
leading shoe away from wheel cylinder; Move
adjuster ratchet back fully; Ease shoe back into
position.
7. Fit brake drum and tighten screws.
8. If necessary, fit backplate grommet.
9. Apply brake pedal a min. of 30 times to ensure
full adjustment of rear brake shoes after
refitting.
10. Check handbrake operation, adjust if
necessary.
11. Fit road wheel(s) and tighten nuts to 115 Nm
(85 lbf.ft).
12. Remove stands and lower vehicle.
