Grand AM V6-181 3.0L (1985)
Brake Drum: Service and Repair
Removal
For additional information see Notes, Warnings, and Hints. See: Fundamentals and Basics
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Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly.
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Mark relationship of brake drum to axle flange to insure proper wheel balance upon assembly.
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Remove tire and wheel assembly.
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Remove brake drum.
NOTE: If difficulty is encountered in removing the brake drum, the following steps may be of assistance:
Adjusting Brakes
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Make sure parking brake is released.
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Back off parking brake cable adjustment.
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Remove adjusting hole cover or knockout plate from backing plate and back off adjusting screw using screwdriver and adjusting tool.
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Use a rubber mallet to tap gently on outer rim of the drum and/or around inner drum diameter by spindle.
CAUTION: Take care not to deform the drum by use of excessive force.