Sable V6-183 3.0L DOHC VIN S MFI (1997)
Adjusting Lever Installation
6. Install adjuster assembly to slots in rear brake shoes and linings. Socket end must fit into slot in leading shoe (wider slot). Slot in adjuster nut must
fit into slots in trailing shoe and parking brake lever.
7. Install brake shoe adjusting lever on pin on leading shoe and to slot in brake shoe adjusting screw socket.
8. Install upper brake shoe adjusting screw spring in slot on trailing shoe and slot in adjuster lever. Brake shoe adjusting lever should contact star and
adjuster assembly.
HUB INSTALLATION
1. Position wheel hub on rear wheel spindle.
2. Install new rear axle wheel hub retainer and tighten to 255-345 Nm (188-254 ft. lbs.).
3. Install new front hub cap grease seal.
DRUM INSTALLATION
NOTE:
The rear brake drum are self-adjusting and require a manual adjustment only after the brake shoes and linings have been replaced or when the
length of the brake adjuster screw has been changed while performing some other service operation. The manual adjustment is performed with
the brake drum removed, using a brake adjustment gauge
PRE-CHECKS
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When adjusting the rear brake shoe and lining, check the front parking brake cable and conduit and rear parking brake cables for proper
adjustment and freedom of movement.
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Make sure the equalizer operates freely.
