Camry Sedan L4-2.0L (3S-FE) (1987)
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Fig. 7 Measuring brake shoe lining thickness
2.
Measure brake shoe lining thickness, Fig. 7. Minimum thickness should be .04 inch.
3.
Inspect brake lining and drum for proper contact and replace drum or shoes as necessary.
4.
Inspect wheel cylinder for corrosion or damage.
5.
Inspect backing plate for wear or damage.
6.
Inspect bellcrank components for bending, wear or damage.
7.
Apply a suitable lubricant to backing plate contact areas.
Fig. 13 Exploded View Of Type 7 Drum Brake Assembly
Installation
1.
Apply a suitable lubricant to pistons and cups, then install spring and two piston cups into wheel cylinder. Apply a suitable lubricant to inside of
boots, then insert them into cylinder, Fig. 15.
2.
Install wheel cylinder onto backing plate, then insert attaching bolts and torque to 7 ft. lbs.
3.
Connect brake tube to wheel cylinder, then torque nut to 11 ft. lbs.
4.
Apply a suitable lubricant to adjuster bolt contact points, then install levers, shim and new C-washer.
5.
Measure clearance between shoe and lever. Clearance should be .014 inch. If clearance is not as specified, select a suitable shim to bring clearance
to specified value.
6.
Place strut and return spring on rear shoe, then install adjusting lever spring.
7.
Connect parking brake cable to lever, then insert cable through notch in anchor plate.
8.
Position one end of rear shoe in wheel cylinder and the other end in anchor plate.
9.
Install rear shoe pin and hold-down spring and retainers.
10.
Insert anchor spring between front and rear shoes, then position end of front shoe in wheel cylinder with strut in place.
11.
Install front shoe hold-down spring, retainers and pin.
12.
Install return spring.
13.
Ensure adjusting bolt rotates while pulling parking brake upward. If bolt does not turn, check installation of rear brakes.
14.
Adjust strut to its shortest possible length, then install drum.
15.
Pull parking brake lever fully upward then repeat step several times.
