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Polo Mk3

Installing
Installing
   
–  Hook locating spring -1- into push rod-2- with special tool 3438.
–  Insert wedge -3- at same time.
Installation position:
Raised portion -arrow- must remain visible when installing.
–  Insert brake shoe with brake lever in push rod.
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–  Connect return spring -3- with special tool 3438.
–  Attach spring -1- for wedge -2-.
–  Seat brake shoes on wheel cylinder pistons.
–  Connect handbrake cable to brake lever.
–  Connect lower return spring and lift brake shoes onto lower support.
–  Attach spring for wedge.
–  Fit springs and spring plates.
–  Install brake drum and adjust wheel bearing play → Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. Gr.42.
–  Firmly depress brake pedal once, this adjusts the rear brakes.
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