Rear wheel brake cylinder

REAR WHEEL BRAKE CYLINDER

Service repair no - 70.60.19

Remove

1. Raise rear of vehicle.

WARNING: Support on safety stands.

2. Remove road wheel(s).
3. Release handbrake.
4. Remove rear brake shoes. See this section.

CAUTION: Ensure edges of brake shoes do not damage wheel cylinder dust covers.

5. Disconnect pipe union from wheel cylinder.

CAUTION: Plug the connections.

6. Remove 2 bolts securing wheel cylinder to backplate.

7. Remove wheel cylinder.
8. Remove and discard sealing ring.
9. Clean backplate and drum with brake cleaning fluid.

WARNING: Do not use an air line to blow dust from brake assembly. Do not use petroleum based fluid as damage will occur to rubber components.

10. Use a wire brush to remove any corrosion.
11. Examine wheel cylinder dust seals for signs of brake fluid leakage, a certain amount of dampness is usual. However, if free fluid is apparent, lift dust seal and check for excessive leakage. Renew wheel cylinder if brake linings have become contaminated.
12. Check wheel cylinder pistons for freedom of movement.