For 1990-2009 cars

#### Tools Required

J 21177-A Drum to Brake Shoe Clearance Gage

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in the Preface section.

1. Release the park brake.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
3. Remove the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
4. Adjust the brake shoe to the lowest setting.
5. Remove the adjuster spring.
6. Remove the brake adjuster lever.
7. Remove the adjuster assembly.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the adjuster assembly.
2. Install the adjuster lever.
3. Install the adjuster spring.
4. Using the J 21177-A (1), measure the rear brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Diameter Measurement .
5. Adjust the rear drum brakes. Refer to Drum Brake Adjustment .
6. Install the brake drum. Refer to Brake Drum Replacement .
7. Lower the vehicle.